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Some people with a rare neurological condition known as synesthesia can taste shapes or smell color. And when these people work in the food industry, it can radically redefine flavor profiles.

Can eating a banana counter the effects of caffeine? That claim has been circulating around blogs recently. Some baristas swear by it, but we talked to a scientist who explains why it just isn't true.

Autistic children may find it easier to socialize with people in the presence of animals. A study suggests that animals could help autistic children connect with therapists, teachers and their peers.

By examining ancient dental plaque, researchers have found that prehistoric diets made for healthier mouths. The addition of flour and sugar to modern diets may have set the stage for oral disease.

Actually, it's all kinds of fruits and vegetables. A circuit board called the MaKey MaKey is allowing musicians to play music on produce, to awesome effect. Watch the video.

The fallout from Cold War bomb tests is shedding light on why the Achilles tendon heals so poorly after injuries.

Blind kittens regained sight after being plunged into darkness for 10 days. Researchers say that prolonged darkness may reset the brain to an earlier stage of development, allowing recovery of vision.

A study finds that guys who watched a lot of TV had lower sperm counts than more active fellows. The effect held true even when other factors, such as body weight and diet, were taken into account.

Most medical schools have cut down on student interactions with the pharmaceutical industry by restricting gifts, which can reduce the prescribing of newly marketed drugs in favor of cheaper options.

In Japan, how food looks can be as important as how it tastes � a lesson children learn from an early age. From TV and toys to school lunches, the visual delights of food are never far from sight.