In ancient Egypt, priests plucked EVERY hair from their bodies, including their eyebrows and eyelashes.
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Crying literally alleviates stress and uniquely allows humans to decrease feelings of anger and sadness.
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Your thumb is about the same size as your nose.
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Humans are capable of running 40 mph according to a study by bio-mechanical expert Dr. Matthew Bundle. Today's fastest man, Usain Bolt, has a top speed of 28 mph.
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Playing Tetris after a traumatic event can prevent the development of traumatic memories and reduce the chance of having flashbacks.
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In one day, adult lungs move about 10,000 litres of air.
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Obsessive nose picking is called Rhinotillexomania.
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For most people, no matter how hard you pinch the skin on your elbow with your fingers it doesn't hurt.
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