Health Facts

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Sectoral Heterochromia

Sectoral heterochromia is an eye condition where one part of the iris appears different to the rest. It's generally a result of excessive pigment.

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Earthworms Are Tasty

Earthworms are 82% protein, rich in Omega 3, and pair well with cumin and curry. They reportedly taste like bacon.

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Amou Haji

There's an Iranian man who hasn't washed for over 60 years and smokes animal faeces.

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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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Singing Health Benefits

Singing exercises your heart, lungs, and releases endorphins which make you feel good.

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Army Ant Sutures

Army ants are used as “natural sutures”. Their jaws are so powerful, natives staple wounds by forcing ants to bite them and break off the body.

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Laron Syndrome

There is a genetic disease called Laron syndrome that results in short stature, longer life expectancy, and near immunity to cancer and diabetes - amongst other things.

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Witzelsucht

There's a neurological condition called Witzelsucht, which causes the affected person to constantly make puns, jokes, and sexual comments in inappropriate situations.

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