Posts Tagged ‘health’
How Long Can You Live Off The Fat In Your Body?
Our digestive system converts the food we eat into energy which our body uses to keep itself going. The surplus or extra energy which we don’t use gets converted to body fat. Our body fat can then be converted into glucos...
What Causes Spontaneous Ringing In Our Ears?
It happens to everyone. All of the sudden, with no warning or apparent cause, one or both of your ears starts to ring. A seemingly high pitched sound that can be distracting at times.
Why Are We Ticklish?
For some, tickling can produce laughter through an anticipation of pleasure. For others, tickling is incredibly uncomfortable and can send a person's mind into a state of panic. Today, we explore the science behind tickling.
Does Swearing Actually Help Reduce Pain?
Ever stub your toe and feel the urge to yell out something as a result - usually a curse or swear word? You may not be entirely sure why you feel the need but it seems to lessen the initial pain. But does it?
What’s That Sound You Hear When You Shut Your Eyes Tightly?
It's the sound that usually occurs when you shut your eyes tightly or flex your jaw muscles in a certain way. It sounds like a low rumbling or a 747 passing by. But what is it exactly? And is it harmful?
Does Gargling With Salt Water Actually Help With Sore or Infected Throats?
Gargling with salt water is often suggested in home remedy books, online and perhaps by your mother to help with sore or infected throats. Does it really help or is it an old wives tale? Let's find out.
Is Salt Bad For You?
We like debunking widely spread myths. We also like confirming things people believe to be myths. With some topics however, the answer lies somewhere in between. Where does salt lie? Many food products are "sodium free" and adv...
What Is The Opposite Of Deja Vu?
Almost everyone has experienced it at one point in their lives - a feeling like you've done something or have been somewhere before. That the events playing out at that exact moment have already happened. That feeling is called...
Can Your Skin Change Color By Eating Certain Foods or Chemicals?
You often hear stories or reports of people having their skin change color after ingesting large quantities of certain foods or chemicals. One popular food in these stories is carrots, or rather, the carotene in carrots. Is the...
How Does Sunscreen Work?
Sunscreen (also known as sunblock, sun lotion, or sun cream) is a must for anyone who is going to be out in the sun for an extended period of time. Today we explore the science behind sunscreen and clear up some common misconce...
