Tag Archives: Humans

5 Interesting Facts About Conjoined Twins

Conjoined twins are two identical babies connected at a specific point of the body. Science suggests that conjoined twins form when an embryo partially separates instead of entirely splitting. The first documented case of conjoined twins was in 1811, and the pair of brothers called themselves “Siamese twins.” The men lived to the age of 63 and…… Read More »

25 Interesting Facts About Urine

1. Consuming asparagus affects the smell of urine, but only 22% of the population have the gene to smell it. – Source 2. Numerous survival instructors and guides, including the US Army Field Manual, advise against drinking urine for survival. – Source 3. In ancient India, Diabetes was called “madhumeha” or “honey urine” as the…… Read More »

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

26 Interesting Facts About Essential Nutrients

Here are 26 Interesting Facts About Essential Nutrients (Vitamins, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids, Minerals, Carbohydrates). 1-5 Interesting Facts About Essential Nutrients 1. Potatoes are highly beneficial to your health. They are packed with vitamin C, potassium, fiber, vitamin B6 and Kukoamines, which help aid in lowering blood-pressure. – Source 2. The reason that the set…… Read More »

Weird Facts About the Eternal Reef

Here are some facts about the Eternal Reef You Can Be Buried at Sea Eternal Reef uses a person’s cremated bones mixed with concrete to form a “pearl,” which creates the center of the Reef Ball. Loved ones can then place handprints, engrave personal messages, and place seashells or sea glass on the wet cement…… Read More »