These days, a visit from the tooth fairy usually doesn’t involve spare change. A new survey found that the average payout for a lost tooth is $3.70, up from $3 in last year’s survey. But there’s still some nostalgia for the old days of quarters under the pillow, because one-third of families found a dollar or less in exchange for a baby tooth. Source Link
Scientists think the variety of germs that do the work of your stomach may help determine whether you’re prone to obesity. A study found that people were less likely to be overweight if they had a diverse collection of gut bacteria. Researchers say eating more fiber could change the makeup of those germs and make it easier to shed weight. Source Link
It’s bad news for teens who love their music in the car. A new study found that young drivers make more mistakes behind the wheel when listening to their favorite music. And for teens, the cure may be asking too much. Researchers say the solution is for novice drivers to listen to soft rock, easy listening, or light jazz music. Source Link
