BodyMind-BlowingPutting sugar on a wound or cut will greatly reduce pain and speed up the healing process.286k
BodyInterestingHuman saliva contains proteins like histatin that have antibacterial properties and can promote wound healing. Tears contain similar compounds, including lysozyme, which helps fight infection.222k
AnimalsMind-BlowingDolphins can rapidly heal from extreme injuries, such as shark bites, and regenerate their original body shape.192k
BodyWholesomeCuddling and other affectionate acts help wounds heal faster due to the release of oxytocin, which lowers stress hormones and promotes tissue repair.183k
ScienceMind-BlowingScientists have developed spray-on skin technology that dramatically accelerates wound healing for severe burns. The spray deposits a patient's own skin cells directly onto wounds, reducing healing time from weeks to days. In clinical trials, second-degree burns healed in about 4-5 days compared to several weeks with traditional skin grafts.162k