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Fun Health Facts

Every day we make small choices that reflect in our long-term health. To make right ones - we learn increasing number of health-related statistics and facts. Here are some fun facts that affect health but rarely will be shared in the doctor's office...
  • In the 1600s, thermometers were filled with brandy instead of mercury.
  • When you sneeze, air shoots through your nose at about 100 mph.
  • Knock knock! Laughing lowers stress levels as it strengthens your immune system.
  • By seventy years old, you've experienced about 2.5 billion heartbeats.
  • All U.S. presidents have worn glasses. Some just never wanted to be seen with them in public.
  • Weight gain has been linked to a lack of healthy sleep.
  • Elephants sleep an average of two hours a day.
  • Most of the glucose consumed in the U.S. comes from corn.
  • Eighty percent of all American women are on diets.
Paying attention to your body is the most important help you can provide yourself with. Even some seemingly harmless symptoms, like increased appetite, more frequent sneezing, or repeated fatigue could be a sign of serious issues.

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