An Inverse series that uses biology, chemistry, and physics to debunk the biggest food myths and assumptions.
This Science-Backed Secret Ingredient Will Create A Better Espresso Shot
Your espresso’s jolt is more than caffeine.
Why Vegan Cheese's Worst Quality May Be "Impossible" To Solve
Getting the stringy, gooey product just right is a bit of a scientific mystery.
A Marine Scientist Debunks a Myth About Eating Oysters
Oysters “r” good to eat year-round.
Should You Store Nuts in the Freezer? Chemistry Offers a Surprising Answer
A few rancid nuts won’t hurt you.
Science Debunks a Decades-Old Myth About Drinking Milk
Milk is optional.
How Poisonous Are Blowfish? A Fish Biologist Reveals the Truth About The Deadly Delicacy
Everything is edible; some things are only edible once.
Is Natural Wine Better For You?
Aside from a unique flavor, this wine doesn’t differ much.
Are Eggs Healthy for You? A Chicken Expert Weights In
As egg prices soar, it’s a good moment to re-evaluate the food’s place in our diet.
Can spicy foods cure colds? A neuroscientist reveals the encouraging truth
Spicy food does nothing against the rhinovirus, but it can ease symptoms.
Will milk and orange juice curdle and make you sick?
Here's the truth about the breakfast combo.