Biological Sciences
The Joy of Sweat: The Strange Science of Perspiration
A taboo-busting romp through the shame, stink, and strange science of sweating.
Sweating may be one of our weirdest biological functions, but it’s also one of our most vital and least understood. In The Joy of Sweat, Sarah Everts delves into its role in the body―and in human history.
Why is sweat salty? Why do we sweat when stressed? Why do some people produce colorful sweat? […Learn More]