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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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    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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    Sperm Made Every Heartbeat
    Sperm Made Every Heartbeat
    The human testicles can produce 1,500 sperm during every heartbeat.
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    Our eyes are always the same size from birth, but our nose and ears never stop growing.
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    Your stomach produces a new layer of mucus every two weeks so that it doesn't digest itself.
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    Due to the angle at which the optic nerve enters the brain, staring at a blue surface during sex greatly increases the intensity of orgasms.
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    Kissing releases masses of oxytocin, a "love potion" that helps couples bond and feel more attracted to each other.
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    During a typical human life span, the human heart will beat approximately 2.5 billion times.
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