When sodium meets mercury, the result is no ordinary metal—it’s sodium amalgam, a silvery alloy once used in industry. But behind its shine lies a chemical that reacts violently with water and spreads ...

As the temperatures have been rising across the United States this summer, there's been a rise in TikToks touting the benefits of drinking water with salt. But is this trend worth its weight in salt, ...

Electrolytes are tasty, trendy, and may help you feel better during hard workouts, especially in the heat. As I’ve explained before, they’re over-marketed—it’s not like we all need electrolytes all ...