lydia-denworth.bsky.social
@lydia-denworth.bsky.social
Science journalist. Brooklynite. Boy mom. Nature lover. Chain reader of mysteries.
There's more to snoring than you think. My latest Science of Health column @sciam.bsky.social
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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Loud Snoring in Kids
Snoring indicates oxygen reduction, but a variety of treatments can restore healthy airflow
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May 8, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Here's what happens when your husband breaks his leg and you write about the science of health . . . you use it!

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Broken Legs and Ankles Heal Better If You Walk on Them within Weeks
Using crutches for months is largely a thing of the past. Early weight-bearing has real benefits
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February 19, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Oh how I love bacon. I dug into the science of it's appeal and it's harms in this look at the growing concern over ultraprocessed foods and what we know for sure is bad for us.

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Delicious Bacon Highlights Food That Enraptures Our Senses but Endangers Our Health
Some foods, no matter how simply prepared, contain many substances linked to disease
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December 18, 2024 at 3:47 PM
Even robots can be curious. I dug into the latest science for @sciam.bsky.social

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Hit the Curiosity Sweet Spot to Speed Up Learning
Understanding curiosity can help people—and robots—learn faster
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November 20, 2024 at 10:50 PM