Health and Medical Trivia

  • The act of kissing releases oxytocin in the brain. It's a hormone that strengthens the emotional bond between 2 people.
  • A person who suffers from 'Misophonia' will often be made angry by very small things. Such a person eats or breathes very loudly.
  • Applying Vodka to a face helps to tighten the skin pores and can reduce the risk of acne breakouts.
  • When a pregnant woman suffers organ damage (like a heart attack), the foetus will send stem cells to repair the damaged organ.
  • Hammocks actually improve sleep quality and makes one fall asleep faster.
  • Over-thinking is one of the top causes of depression.
  • 2.84% of the world's yearly deaths are intentional (suicide, war, violence), while 3.15% are simply caused by diarrhea.
  • People who have more sex also have better control of their bladder.
  • Laying on your right side causes more intense heartburn. Laying on your left side can stop it.
  • Anthrax, Syphilis, Cholera, Leprosy, the Clap, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and the Bubonic Plague are all caused by bacteria.
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