June 12, 2015

If you’re trying to remember something, start by shutting your eyes. A study found that asking people to close their eyes when trying to recall events could boost their memory. Researchers found the technique had benefits in crime investigations when an interviewer asked a witness to remember details of an event. Source Link

They certainly have the chops for it, but what can a beaver’s bite teach us about preventing cavities? Scientists say more iron in the enamel of a beaver tooth makes it stronger. That could lead researchers to new treatments that are better than fluoride to protect human teeth against cavities. Source Link

If you don’t have a taste for big credit card bills, you should avoid shopping while hungry. Tests showed that hunger may push people into buying more than they would when they have a full stomach. Researchers say hunger involves hormones that affect the brain and could interfere with impulse control that can curb overspending. Source Link