1,001 Facts that Will Scare the S#t Out of You - The Ultimate Bathroom Reader Flashcards
What are the top six dirtiest foods?
Peaches, apples, nectarines, and strawberries are among the top six “dirtiest” foods , according to investigations by the Environmental Working Group. More than 90 percent of samples of these fruits tested positive for detectable pesticides, even after being rinsed or peeled.
What well known poison is approved by the FDA?
The well-known poison arsenic is approved by the FDA as an additive to poultry feed and given to at least
70 percent of chickens raised for consumption in the United States. Arsenic has been linked to cancer, birth defects,diabetes, and death. Worse, arsenic has almost no taste.
Does term natural have nutritional meaning?
The term “natural” (or “all-natural”) has no nutritional meaning and is not defined or regulated by the FDA, so packaged goods and restaurants can use the term at will. For example, fast-food chain Arby’s claims to serve “100 percent all-natural chicken,” but uses artificial
flavoring.
No. 1 killer of the American teenagers is?
More American teenagers are killed in car accidents than by any other cause, accounting for more than one in three fatalities. Risk of accident is highest in the first year that a teen drives,
Is love addictive?
Some scientists view love in terms of addiction,and they might be right. One study discovered that monogamous pairing is based in the same region of the brain as drug addiction . Losing your love can be likeexperiencing withdrawal
How many fast food workers are killed every month on average?
More fast-food employees were murdered on the job in 1998 than police officers. An average of four to five fast-food workers are killed every month , usually during robberies, as fast food is largely a cash business and most restaurants have large amounts on site at any given time.
What is trichotillomania?
Trichotillomania is a behavioral disorder that makes people rip their own hair out , pulling it from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and more, with bald patches as result. The condition affects as many as 9 million Americans
Cotard’s syndrome is?
People with Cotard’s syndrome can suffer from a variety of delusions, which range from a belief that they
are missing body parts or vital organs to thinking that they are dead, have lost their soul, or do not even exist. The illness is found mostly in individuals with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder .
What is Capgras’ delusion?
People who experience Capgras’ delusion are convinced that others, usually those closest to them, have been replaced by identical impostors .The condition affects both sexes, but occurs more frequently in women.
What is Piblokto, or Arctic hysteria?
Piblokto, or Arctic hysteria, is a mental disorder that affects people living in the Arctic Circle, typically Inuit women. I t is marked by frenzied, disturbed behavior such as uncontrolled screaming, running wildly , or removing one’s clothing in frigid weather; memory loss; seizures; and other symptoms reminiscent of epilepsy .
What is Exploding Head Syndrome?
Exploding Head Syndrome is a rare phenomenon in which a person approaching deep sleep experiences aloud bang in his head that sounds like a bomb exploding or similarly loud noise. Though the event seems to originate from inside the head, it is an illusion and does no physical damage to its victim.
Dangerous of sneezing?
If you sneeze hard enough, you can fracture a rib. But try to suppress a sneeze and you might rupture a blood vessel in your head or neck and drop dead.
What can acid in your stomach dissolve?
The acid in your stomach is so powerful that it can dissolve a razor blade in less than a week.
If a boy is born without testosterone, what will happen?
If a boy is born without testosterone, his genitalia will mimic that of a female : the scrotum forms labia majora—the outer lips of a vagina—and the penis becomes a sort of clitoris.
Do we grow while sleeping?
We grow in our sleep, and wake up every morning about eight millimeters taller than the night before.However, we return to our former height as gravity compresses our cartilage discs back into place throughout the next day.
What human saliva helps in?
Human saliva helps keep the mouth’s pH balance slightly alkaline.If it didn’t, the mouth would create an acidic environment that would rot away your teeth .
How many sperm testicles create?
Male testicles create 10 million new sperm cells everyday, enough to repopulate the planet in just six months.
What can strong emotions do to your heart?
Strong positive or negative emotions— ecstasy ,grief, excitement— can lead to sudden cardiac death via ventricular fibrillation (irregular heartbeat), as in the case of people who have died during sexual intercourse or when frightened.
What percentage of cells are actually human cells?
Only 10 percent of the cells in our bodies are actually human. The rest are the 90 trillion bacteria that live on or in us , covering our bodies from head to toe.
Less sleep contributes to?
Less sleep disturbs normal metabolism, which contributes to obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease . People who averaged just five hours of sleep a night also showed a higher level of ghrelin, a hormone the stomach releases to signal hunger.
How many minutes of life does one cigarette reduce?
The British Medical Journal has estimated that smoking one cigarette takes eleven minutes off the life of an average person.
How many sweat is secreted daily from your feet?
The 250,000 pores that exist on the soles of the feet secrete almost 60ml of sweat every day .
Urine VS Saliva?
Believe it or not, fresh urine is cleaner than saliva or your facial skin.Healthy urine is sterile and contains little or no bacteria when it leaves your body .
How many Americans have genital herpes?
Up to 20 percent of Americans have genital herpes, which has no cure and is easily transmitted through sexual contact.
Is allergy to human semen possible?
Some women are allergic to their male partner’s semen , a condition known as human seminal plasma hypersensitivity. Sufferers complain of symptoms such as wheezing, itching, hives, swelling, chest tightness, vomiting,and diarrhea. Severe reactions can cause loss of consciousness and even death from anaphylactic shock.
What are dry orgasms?
Some men can experience retrograde ejaculation,or “dry orgasms,” when semen travels backwards into the bladder instead of being expelled. The illness can be congenital, or caused by medications, diabetes, or damage to nerves and muscles that control the opening of the bladder.
Does sudden appearance of a sexually transmitted disease indicate infidelity?
The sudden appearance of a sexually transmitted disease (STD) in a monogamous couple does not necessarily indicate infidelity by either partner. Some infections can lie dormant for years after initial exposure.
What is PSAS?
Persistent Sexual Arousal Syndrome (PSAS) is a medical condition where a woman experiences“spontaneous, intrusive and unwanted” feelings of arousal in the genital area without sexual desire . PSAS can continue for days or months, is not abated by sexual activity, and causes distraction and psychological distress in sufferers.
Traditional herbs known for aphrodisiac properties?
Several traditional herbs are being studied for the aphrodisiac properties, including yohimbe, tribulus, and maca. Combinations of these are sold as “natural Viagra,”but be wary: their effectiveness is unproven , and some, like yohimbe, a type of tree bark, can be lethal if consumed in large quantities.
What is TMS?
Traumatic Masturbatory Syndrome (TMS) is the habit of masturbating in a face-down position against abed or floor , which puts excessive pressure on the penis,and can interfere with sexual relations.
The most common sexually transmitted infection is?
The most common sexually transmitted infection is genital human papillomavirus, also known as HPV. About 20 million Americans are presently infected with HPV,with 6.2 million more becoming infected every year.
How many people are currently having sex?
On any given day, about 400 million people across the globe will have sexual intercourse, which means that about 4,000 people are probably having sex right now.
What is chlamydia?
The sexually transmitted disease chlamydia is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis .Symptoms of chlamydia are usually mild, but serious cases can lead to irrevocable damage to the reproductive organs,chronic pelvic pain, and infertility, without a woman ever recognizing the problem
How many people are approximately addicted to sex?
As much as 6 percent of the world’s population—more than 400 million people—suffer from addiction to sex.
How many bacteria does average office desk have?
Office desks have 400 times more bacteria than toilet seats. So, be safe and eat your lunch on a toilet instead of at your desk.
Which object in the office carries the most germs?
Telephones carry the most germs in an office, followed by desks, microwave door handles, water fountain handles and computer keyboards.
What is the word in China for overworking?
China has a word for death by overwork :guolaosi. Named after that hardw orking American actor,Bela Guolaosi
Why employees steal?
Employees who steal rarely do so because of need. I n one poll, almost half of respondents said they stole from their employer out of greed . Another 43 percent did so out of vindictiveness or “to get even.”
How many blood is pumped to your head with every heart beat?
Every time your heart beats, it pumps a quarter of your blood to the head . Brain cells then process 20 percent of the oxygen and food your blood contains.
Is blowing your nose when having a could really a good idea?
Blowing your nose when you have a cold might feel good, but it can actually worsen your condition. Blowing generates enormous pressure and propels mucus into the sinuses , spreading viruses or bacteria and potentially causing further infection.
What is belly button made off?
Belly button lint is made up of clothing fibers,dead skin, and more . You should keep your navel clean and dry to prevent infection from candida, a type of fungus.
What are the high heel drawbacks?
High heels are blamed by orthopedists for chronic back problems and postural difficulties. Wearing high-heel shoes regularly causes the tendon in the leg to shrink,making it painful to wear flat shoes. Some even blame high heels for problems with the internal organs in the abdomen, since the distortion of posture pushes the pelvic region out of normal alignment.
