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Human Adaptation: Designed for the Tropics, Surviving the Cold
Humans, by nature, are a species designed for tropical climates. Our evolutionary journey has shaped our bodies to thrive in warm and humid environments. Considering the span of our species’ evolution, we are relatively new to adapting to cold climates, and from a physiological standpoint, our bodies aren’t inherently equipped to endure such conditions. Source
WTF Fun Fact 13344 – Humans Can’t Feel Wetness
Newborn Hydration: Comparing Babies, Bananas, and Potatoes
At birth, a newborn baby’s body consists of approximately 75% water, which is a slightly higher water content than bananas but marginally less than that of potatoes. As humans age, the percentage of water in their bodies decreases. By adulthood, the average human body is about 60% water. Maintaining proper hydration is essential for numerous… Read More »
Hysterical strength
Hysterical strength is a phenomenon where individuals exhibit remarkable physical strength in exceptional circumstances, surpassing their normal capabilities. For instance, a woman who rescued several children by fending off a polar bear and another who lifted a car to a height sufficient to rescue a person are both examples of this remarkable display of strength.… Read More »
In the mid 1770s, a group of English physicians…
In the mid 1770s, a group of English physicians conducted experiments to investigate the limits of human survival in extreme temperatures. They took turns exposing themselves to temperatures as high as 260F/127C in specially heated rooms. Through their research, they were able to demonstrate the connection between perspiration and the body‘s ability to regulate heat.… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13216 – There’s Enough Iron in the Body to Make a Nail
A single human being’s DNA contains…
A 1982 Harvard study confirmed that….
A 1982 Harvard study confirmed that Tibetan monks can raise their body temperature with their minds. Practitioners of “g-tummo” yoga demonstrated the ability to raise the temperature of different parts of their bodies through meditation alone. The post A 1982 Harvard study confirmed that…. appeared first on Crazy Facts. Source
Why Do Men Have Nipples? Do They…
If you rub fresh garlic on the soles…
If you rub fresh garlic on the soles of your feet, about an hour later you can actually taste the garlic. This is because the molecule that causes garlic’s smell, allicin, is small enough to penetrate the skin and blood vessels, where it goes all the way up to your mouth and nose. The post… Read More »