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My name is Glen Brizius, and I'm a 34 year old resident of Atlanta. During my life I've dedicated my life to science - particularly, the study of chemistry and pharmaceuticals. I quickly gained a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of South Carolina,

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Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality Views on premarital sex: 6 of 55
Premarital sex is a good idea in most cases. Many in our society consider themselves faithful to a certain moral code passed down from their ancestors, and sometimes wrestle with what they do and what they have been taught to be correct. Sex is a very powerful emotional act, for good or for bad. This article will point out ho... More..
Relationships & Family > Love & Lust Soul mates: Do they really exist?: 19 of 169
I know beyond any doubt that soul mates exist. I've had my share of relationships, some good, some bad, and all but one followed the same pattern: meeting someone for the first time / perhaps being introduced to them, followed by (most likely) a friendship developing, followed by a courting period of escalating feelings of c... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Is organic food better for you than regularly grown food?: 2 of 14
This is an old photograph depicting a mass-dousing of a beach with an insecticide named DDT, a chemical developed in the late 1800s. Notice the children playing happily amongst the cloud of toxic mist. Don't misunderstand, DDT is a wonderful insecticide. Its Swedish inventors were amazed at its "slow knockdown, but sure kill"... More..
Sciences > Chemistry How understanding chemistry can help you in daily life: 2 of 11
Every day, we're faced with decisions. Some decisions - buying a car, choosing a mate - we take more seriously than other decisions. Sometimes we have only a few seconds to spend on making a gut instinct call. Having a solid knowledge of chemistry will vastly improve your quality of life when it comes to these "quick and dirt... More..
Food & Drink > Drinks (Other) Does drinking mineral water have health benefits?: 2 of 10
Speaking as a doctoral-level chemist with over a decade of experience spent trying to debunk science myths and demystify science topics, I can say unequivocally that drinking mineral water offers no health benefits over: * Drinking tap water (technically a form of mineral water); * Drinking bottled water (which varies greatl... More..
Relationships & Family > Male / Female Communication Styles How to communicate with your spouse with complete honesty: 1 of 5
The only way to communicate with your spouse with complete honesty is to have complete honesty from the very start. Some people may advocate the need for "white lies" within a relationship, but if you're looking to communicate with complete honesty, you can't afford this luxury. The truth can be ugly sometimes. Social condit... More..
Relationships & Family > Relationships & Family (Other) How to tell if a man is sexually attracted to a woman: 6 of 16
By staying quiet and watching social behavior, valuable lessons can be learned. It is extremely easy to tell if a man is sexually attracted to a woman. All the signs are there, but most people miss them. Actually, there are only really three things you need to watch for and recognize, and even the most careful man can't hide... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) Is it possible to trick the taste buds?: 2 of 5
These two tricks are so much fun at parties. It's so, so easy to trick the taste buds. All you need is a little knowledge of chemistry, and the help of a plant named Synsepalum dulcificum. It's a medium to tall (10'-20' tall) evergreen shrub native to West Africa. Twice a year, it produces red berries. Wondering where this e... More..
Health & Fitness > Health & Fitness (Other) Is donating blood good for you?: 8 of 17
Donating blood is one of the most important, selfless, and humanitarian acts that a human can perform and it doesn't cost a penny. How much blood is needed? Close to forty thousand units is needed every day in America alone. That calculates to someone in this country - a cancer patient, a trauma patient - needing blood every ... More..
Health & Fitness > Vitamins & Dietary Supplements A perfect combination for heart health: 3 of 6
Despite great advances in the field of cardiology, heart attacks and related diseases of the heart remain a top killer in the United States. The prevalence of heart attacks and cardiovascular disorders makes it a statistical certainty that the average American will encounter this terrible health concern, either personally or... More..