Rachel Fairbank

Rachel Fairbank is a freelance science writer based in Texas. When she is not writing, she can be found spending time with her family, or at her local boxing gym.
  • Why You Should Take a Pre-Run Poop

    Why You Should Take a Pre-Run Poop

    If you are a regular runner or cyclist, you are probably all too aware of the GI issues that crop up during a long workout or a race. Dealing with the sometimes explosive nature of runner’s gut, which inevitably strikes during moments where there are no bathrooms in sight, has left many an athlete figuring…


  • This One Ingredient Will Elevate Your Rice Krispies Treats

    This One Ingredient Will Elevate Your Rice Krispies Treats

    Rice Krispies Treats are an easy-to-execute, adaptable dessert: You can go the traditional route, or change it up with different cereals, use potato chips, or elevate it with browned butter. As good as Rice Krispies Treats are in their many forms, though, they do have the tendency to get a little stiff and dry, especially…


  • How to Do a Salt Water Rinse (and When You Should)

    How to Do a Salt Water Rinse (and When You Should)

    If you’ve ever had a tooth extracted, or been sick with a sore throat, your doctor may have recommended a saltwater rinse. A salt water rinse, which calls for rinsing out your mouth with a mixture of water and salt, can be used in place of mouthwash. Salt water rinses can also be an effective…


  • How to Tell If Your Cat’s Teeth Are Hurting

    How to Tell If Your Cat’s Teeth Are Hurting

    Maintaining healthy teeth is obviously important for us, but the same is also true for our cats. Although we may not think about a cat’s dental health quite as often as ours — and attempting to brush their teeth can be its own battle — cats can develop their own dental issues, including abscessed teeth,…