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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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    Chewing gum boosts your brain power.
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    Although men ARE more likely to suffer heart attacks, women are more likely to die within a year from having a heart attack.
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    Obsessive nose picking is called Rhinotillexomania.
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    Staying awake for 17 hours is the same for your body as drinking 2 glasses of wine.
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    Laron Syndrome
    Laron Syndrome
    There is a genetic disease called Laron syndrome that results in short stature, longer life expectancy, and near immunity to cancer and diabetes - amongst other things.
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    Sex burns about 360 calories per hour.
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    When you take a step, you are using up to 200 muscles.
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