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David Ferry

David Ferry is a reporter in Los Angeles who has written for publications including Outside, Wired, and The Atlantic.

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Are You Emotionally Smarter than a 5-Year-Old?

Kids are learning to manage their emotions in healthy ways now. You might want to take some notes.

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All That Caffeine You’re Drinking May Be Doing More Harm Than Good

What’s behind the buzz-killing trend.

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The Thirst Trap

Gallon challenges. Water fasts. Status tumblers. Is water the wellness panacea we’ve been promised, or are we all suffering from hydro-mania?

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How Toxic Is Your Body?

An emerging field of science is asking what’s really in our bodies—and if we can stop all the chemicals from killing us.

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The Toxic Job of Being a Hero

Could the high rates of cancer in firefighters be linked to the gear that's supposed to protect them? Inside one family's epic search for answers.

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How a Shorter Workweek Could Make You More Productive

Some companies are testing whether 32 hours is just as good as 40. Here’s how it works.

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How to Waste Less of Everything in Your Life

Stop squandering food, plastic...and your life itself.

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