Random Body Facts

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    The human brain uses approximately as much energy as a 10 watt light bulb.
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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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    Gin is a mild diuretic which helps the body get rid of excessive fluid. Thus, it can reduce problems such as menstrual bloating.
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    Coughing can cause air to move through your windpipe faster than the speed of sound - over a thousand feet per second!
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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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    Your thumb is about the same size as your nose.
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    It would take about 1,200,000 mosquitoes to fully drain the average human body of blood.
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