Gin is a mild diuretic which helps the body get rid of excessive fluid. Thus, it can reduce problems such as menstrual bloating.
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The human brain is insensitive to pain.
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Fingernails grow fastest on the hand you favor.
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By putting a frog in a bucket of milk, scientists following up on an ancient Russian way of keeping milk from going sour have identified a wealth of new antibiotic substances.
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A toothbrush within 6 feet of a toilet can get airborne bacteria from flushing.
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The heart pumps about 1 million barrels of blood during an average lifetime!
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Cigarette smoke contains 4,800 chemicals, 69 of which cause cancer.
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The brain receives 20% of the body’s oxygen and 25% of total body glucose utilization, despite it accounting for only 2% of a person’s weight (about 1.4 kilograms).
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