The idea of left brain (logical) and right brain (creative) has no basis in neuroscience and is in fact a myth.
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The levels of two stress hormones, cortisol and epinephrine which suppress the body's immune system, will actually drop after a dose of laughter.
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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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In one day, adult lungs move about 10,000 litres of air.
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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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Our eyes are always the same size from birth, but our nose and ears never stop growing.
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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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There are about 1,400 different species of bacteria in your belly button.
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