The United States spends over a $100 billion dollars more a year on the military than it did at the height of the Cold War. What does it get year upon year for that money? Since 2001, America’s ...

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Prebiotics are fibers that feed friendly gut bacteria, helping them make short-chain fatty acids that support colon cells and metabolic health. Some examples of prebiotic-rich foods include chicory ...

For more than 160 years, the National Academies have provided nonpartisan, evidence-based advice on decisions that affect our nation. Browse the listing of projects and activities to see examples of ...