Random Body Facts

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    In 30 minutes, the average body gives off enough heat (combined) to bring a half gallon of water to boil.
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    After age 30, the brain begins to lose about 50,000 neurons per day - shrinking the brain .25% each year.
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    The average person's skin weighs twice as much as their brain.
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    The adult human brain weighs about 3 pounds (1,300-1,400 g).
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    There are times when you're walking that the pressure on your feet exceeds your body weight, and when you're running, it can be three or four times your weight.
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    If you are cold you are more likely to be hungry because you use energy to keep warm.
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    It takes twice as long to lose new muscle if you stop working out than it did to gain it.
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