Most people have 12 pairs of rib bones, which means 24 ribs in total. But, some have 25. One in 200 people is born with the so-called cervical rib. It forms right above the first rib and grows at the base of a person’s neck, above the collarbone. A cervical rib can be located on the left, right, or both sides. You can have it without even knowing about it. This extra rib doesn’t necessarily form completely. It can be just a thin strand of tissue fibers not even an X-ray can see. In most cases, it’s really not a big deal — unless it starts putting pressure on nerves and blood vessels.
The distance between your outstretched arms is your height. You renew your skeleton every 10 years. [time to renew!] You lose around 100 hairs every day, and that’s totally normal. Humans are the only creatures who sleep on their backs for a long time. Koalas, like humans, have their own unique fingerprints. In a lifetime, the average person will walk the equivalent of 3 times around the world. A person can have from 250 to over 1,000 hairs in each eyebrow. Your eyebrows also have a lifespan: about 4 months for all the hairs to fall out and be replaced by new [!] ones. Thanks goodness. Your eyes are the only organ that doesn’t grow with age.
Not everyone realizes how big of a part your mouth plays in maintaining your overall health, as it’s capable of notifying you about possible issues. That’s because the mouth is connected to the respiratory and digestive tract, which means that many germs can enter through your mouth and be transferred to the rest of your body. That’s why it’s so important to keep your mouth clean throughout the day and pay attention to the little things too.
Soda bottles are always filled in such a way that there’s some space between the liquid level and the cap. That’s because these drinks contain carbon dioxide. This gas can expand if the bottle gets heated. If there’s no air gap in the bottle, it’ll break because of the pressure building inside. Also, when you open your drink, the gasses go out in the form of bubbles. And the drink is likely to overflow. The gap helps with this problem too. (Except if you shake it up first, then open it. No, I’ve never done that.)
The Guinness World Records first began in 1955. At first, it was a book that listed a selection of the world’s records. But over the decades, the idea became so popular that they even released their own TV series where people’s attempts to break records are filmed and then broadcast around the globe.
Bad breath or halitosis, the medical term for it, is probably one of the most uncomfortable and embarrassing conditions a person can have. There are different reasons why this problem appears, and sometimes it could be an indication of something much more serious. That’s why we decided to let you know about the causes and the solutions to it. However, we need to make it clear that visiting a doctor might be the best thing to do if no other solution is working.
There’s more than one million bacteria on your toothbrush, and although most of them are harmless, some can still hurt your teeth. While daily brushing is essential for keeping your teeth healthy, some mistakes you might be unknowingly making can do more harm than good.
In 2013, counterfeit goods worldwide accounted for $461 billion. Nike is the most counterfeited brand globally, and Ray-Ban, Rolex, Supreme, and Louis Vuitton are the most copied brands worldwide. And while some copies look almost identical to the originals, there are slight differences we think you should know about.
It might seem that we know our body like the back of our hand. We’ve been living in it for so many years, so nothing seems to be surprising anymore. However, we still have some features that we probably have never heard of. In any case, here’s a chance for us to get to know ourselves a bit better.
If you think that you know yourself 100%, just wait. You likely don’t even know what senses your body actually has. You also may not have expected to learn that we are relatives with bananas. Just take your time and enjoy reading some curious information about your body.
You might be thinking that showering regularly is one of the best things you can do for your overall health, but bathing daily actually isn’t necessary for most people. In fact, only some parts of your body will benefit from daily washes, while others can be cleaned only a few times a week.
Modern humans appeared 200,000 years ago, but we still don’t know everything there is to know about our world. But we can actually benefit from this situation. For example, after reading this article, you’ll have 10 interesting facts to impress your friends with and steal the show.
You might have experienced a short but very painful and specific type of headache after consuming something cold. It’s called a brain freeze, also known as ice cream headache, and it can happen to you sometimes when you eat ice cream or drink ice cold water. Most of the time it only lasts a few seconds, and you can enjoy your cold food or beverage immediately, but it is important to learn about it so we can try to avoid it.
In 2013, counterfeit products worldwide accounted for $461 billion. Nike is the most counterfeited brand on a global scale, and Rayban, Rolex, Supreme, and Louis Vuitton are the most copied brands worldwide. And while some copies look almost identical to the original ones, there are slight differences that we thought you should know about.
Animals are much more complicated and human-like than we think. You can meet a deer on a road who will show you their tongue to make you understand you’re not welcome there. And your dog may be in love with another dog and show their feeling through hugs.
You might often wonder how your breath smells, but you can’t always tell whether or not you have bad breath. This is something you should definitely be mindful of it, and there are a few ways to manually assess if it is time to brush your teeth. Unless we’re talking about halitosis, which is chronic bad breath and should send you directly to the dentist or doctor. Try to lick the inside of your wrist, for example, and sniff it afterward. This should give you an idea of how your breath smells.
Sneezing is a natural process that helps your nose get rid of germs and irritating particles. The way you sneeze is unique and depends not only on your individual anatomy but also on social conditioning. According to a survey, people’s public sneezes are very often different than their private sneezes, which means you can learn to sneeze quieter. But you have to keep in mind that forcefully holding in a sneeze is not recommended, as it can be dangerous. Bright Side collected safe tips to help loud sneezers lower the volume a bit.
Our tongue is an organ that we constantly use, but that we don’t pay much attention to. We use it for the most basic functions of human life, like eating and speaking, but there’s much more to it than we think. Your tongue actually has a lot of tricks under its sleeve (so to speak): for example, not many people know that it’s one of the most resilient and flexible organs in the human body.
We usually pay enough attention to our bodies when it comes to exercising, but we forget that our face muscles may need to work out as well. And it’s not just about getting a defined jawline — an expert suggests that performing these exercises may help prevent neck pain, headaches, and jaw pain.
While children may look adorable sticking their tongue out, parents often get concerned about their health. Luckily, in most cases, this type of behavior is completely normal. Infants do it to interact with the world or to express their needs. But parents should still keep an eye on them, to be able to spot any warning signs right away.
Being a parent is not an easy job and sometimes moms and dads have to use some tricks and even lie to their children. Most of the time, they do it so well that the deception isn’t revealed until many years later.
Neglecting to wash and take care of some parts of our body can lead to serious health problems. If we don’t wash our hands, we may end up with respiratory diseases and diarrhea. Besides that, there are other body parts that require better hygiene than we thought.
A bad taste in your mouth may be the symptom of something harmless or something serious. Whether it’s a bitter, sour, metallic, or sweet taste the reasons behind it could be numerous. That is why it’s a good idea to review what you’ve been eating over the past days, how you’ve been feeling, and sometimes even get to know your family’s medical history.
The most common side effects of taking antibiotics are nausea and diarrhea. Almost everyone knows about them either from doctors or from their own experience. But American scientists found that at least 20% of people who have taken antibiotics in their life have experienced other side effects. We want to tell you about these side effects in this article.
According to statistics, from 5 to 60% of people in the world suffer from different levels of bad breath. Even if you take care of your mouth every day and don’t eat lots of garlic, sometimes bad breath can be very sneaky and even ruin a date or a meeting. But what can you do if it’s an emergency and you don’t have gum? Here you can find some fast solutions that can help with this problem.
Our body consists of many jigsaw puzzle pieces — different systems and subsystems that protect us, enable certain abilities, and help us survive life-threatening situations. These are the most unique, elaborate, and incredible inventions that nature has ever created. Try to look at these ordinary things from an unusual angle to understand what we’re talking about.
We invent extraordinary techniques to create art, trying to be as creative as possible. According to research, people with high levels of creativity are more likely to suffer from bipolar disorder, depression or anxiety because they feel alone with their ideas. Some artists may seem crazy with their ideas because they are often ready to sacrifice their health and poison themselves with paint just to create a new masterpiece. In the modern world, you can find different ways to express yourself, but how these artists do it is truly unique.
The products of the vital activities that happen in our bodies are derived not only from urine, feces, and sweat but also through the tongue. At the surface of the tongue, we have little bumps called papillae and that’s where some food particles, bacteria, and dead cells are stored. The accumulation of these things can cause a white discoloration.
Eating right and being physically active are a few examples of good habits that can help your body stay fit and young. But this is also true for our facial muscles which tend to lose their firmness as we age. With that in mind, we at Bright Side have compiled a list of the best exercises designed to help return your face to its former glory.
