Archaeological research is increasingly focusing on teeth to reveal insights into ancient lives. Dental analysis uncovers ...

As a mussel geek, how does Pfeiffer feel about the lifestyles of the ancient Maya, whose diet, clothing, architecture and burials were so populated with mussels? "I'm kind of jealous," he said.

A few years ago, it became a hit ingredient in green smoothies, but the truth is that kale is much more than that. So what’s ...

Losing weight and maintaining the weight loss is hard, and many people give up when they hit a plateau or have trouble keeping the weight off. Experts say that may mean it’s time for a diet break.

Costco’s got some amazing healthy options—I'm showing you paleo chicken sausages, cauliflower rice, and other nutritious buys ...

Chia seeds, once Aztec fuel, have become a global wellness trend due to their impressive nutritional profile. Rich in omega-3s, fiber, and antioxidant ...

The city of "Los Abuelos" takes its name from two human-like sculptures of an "ancestral couple" found at the site.

Beneath the surface of present-day western Honduras lie the ruins of Copán—an archaeological site that once stood as a vital ...

These findings offer valuable insights into human history, population dynamics, and the eventual collapse of the Classic Maya ...

From ethnographic accounts and ancient Mayan imagery, we know that the Maya engaged in various forms of body modification, including piercing, body painting, scarification, and tattooing.

Pollen is a biological marker and geographic tracer of this ancient change ... especially during the rise and fall of the Maya civilization. Around 1,125 to 1,200 years ago, pollen from crops ...

A Sherlock Holmes-style investigation has revealed the ancient method for the stunning pigment known as Maya blue — and it's different from a previous method uncovered nearly 20 years ago by the ...