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    Human Interest

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    Welcome to your regular column on the science of human beings…and being human. Brought to you by Lauren Donley, an unashamed science nerd who never misses an opportunity to share a story about bodily functions. Please note that this article is for general interest and is not a replacement for medical care. If you have any questions or concerns about your health, please contact your doctor.
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    All that glistens is snot gold (or green, or yellow) 

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    Cold and flu season is upon us, which means that noses across the west are running wild. But have you ever stopped to consider where all that excess mucus comes from? And then, where it goes? Well, make yourself a steaming hot lemon and honey drink, and let’s wade through the thick and thin of it all.
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    Ginger roots:The surprising origin of red hair

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    In a nod to World Redhead Day on 26th May, let’s comb through the science of red hair and how it’s passed down from parent to child (or not).
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    Do you or your kids play sports? You need to learn about concussion

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    Concussion is classified as a type of traumatic brain injury which means it should always be taken seriously
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    Death cap mushrooms: Don’t be left in the dark

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    Autumn provides ideal growing conditions for a number of species, including Amanita phalloides – otherwise known as the death cap mushroom.
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    Eating before swimming: Is it safe to go back in the water?

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    For generations, our parents and grandparents have warned against the perils of swimming within an hour or two of eating.
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