Random Body Facts

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    The average sperm cell swims at 8 inches per hour.
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    Hypnic Jerk
    Hypnic Jerk
    When you wake up with a jolt, it's called a Hypnic Jerk. This usually happens during the lightest stages of sleep, and can happen as a natural reaction when you fall asleep in a car or airplane.
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    The human brain is very soft, having a consistency similar to soft gelatin or firm tofu.
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    There are about 1,400 different species of bacteria in your belly button.
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    Singing Health Benefits
    Singing Health Benefits
    Singing exercises your heart, lungs, and releases endorphins which make you feel good.
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    Women have about four times as many foot problems as men; lifelong patterns of wearing high heels often are the culprit.
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    The average person's skin weighs twice as much as their brain.
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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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