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Brittany Gibson

Brittany was a digital editorial intern for Reader's Digest and now contributes to RD.com as a freelance writer. Her stories have been picked up by Yahoo, AOL, MSN, INSIDER, Business Insider, Best Health, and other websites. In addition to writing for RD.com, she has also written for Westchester Magazine and uloop.com.
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What Really Happens When You Swallow Gum?

You'll be relieved to hear that it doesn't stay in your body for seven years.

The Gross Reason You Should Never Pepper Your Food in Restaurants

Bad news: The cons of using that pepper shaker may outweigh its pros.

11 Things Your Orthodontist Won’t Tell You

If you think you can get away with skipping out on wearing your Invisalign without...

Here’s Why You Should Never, Ever Share Earbuds with Anyone

Brace yourself for the very gross truth.

Here’s What Movie Theater Popcorn Butter Is Really Made Of

We can't believe it's not butter!

This Is Why Sunflower Seed Butter Needs to Be Part of Your Diet

Move over, peanut butter—you’ve got competition.

Yes, Diet Avocados Are a Thing—and They’re Driving Dietitians Crazy

Before you reach for that diet avocado, here are the facts.

Yellow Teeth Are Actually Stronger Than Bright White Teeth—Here’s Why

Good news: You don't need to spend another cent on teeth whitener.

What Is Synesthesia? What It’s Like to Hear Colors and See Sounds

A journalist and a neurologist share what it's really like to have synesthesia—a rare neurological...

This Is Why You Shouldn’t Be Throwing Out Those Banana “Strings”

Before you throw out those weird banana "strings," read this!
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If You Don’t Sleep with Socks On, Here’s Why You Should Start Tonight

Here's a science-backed reason to go sock shopping!

The Healthiest Part of the Avocado Is in Your Garbage

"What most people consider the waste of wastes could actually be the gem of gems."

Black Ice Cream Is Now a Thing—and It’s Messing with Your Birth Control

Black ice cream's aesthetic makes for picture-perfect Instagram posts, but should you be eating it?

12 Insta-Worthy Playa Bowls That Are Also Incredibly Healthy for You

Who knew eating healthy could taste (and look) so good?
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