Did you also know that cremated remains average between three and nine pounds in weight? People used to believe that freshly extracted blood had healing properties, and they would pay executioners for it to be warm from the gallows. It was not uncommon to get killed while skydiving or dancing. London's mayor in 1665 ordered six-foot burials for the dead. He hoped that this would help to prevent diseases and death. During the Victorian Era it was common for widows to rest in their graves for two more years. Then they would be cremated.
Locked-in Syndrome
Locked in syndrome is a medical condition that can cause severe brain damage. It can impact your quality-of-life and may require long term treatment. The main cause is damage to the Pons, which contains important motor fibers and neuronal pathways. These fibers link the grey matter of the brain to the spine cord. When these fibers are interrupted, locked-in syndrome can occur. It can also affect the facial control or speaking centers of the brain.
Amoebae
The amoeba, one of the smallest species of life on Earth, is one of its most important. Amoebas aren't dangerous but they can be very strange. Amoebas don't have stomachs, but instead surround their prey and slowly consume them. They can even stay in their victim's cells for long periods of time.
Syphilis
Syphilis is a serious disease that can result in life-threatening complications. It is important to catch it early so that it can be curable. Secondary and third-degree complications can lead, in some cases, to death. The signs and symptoms of syphilis vary from person to person. Some of the symptoms include sore throat, hair loss, and fever. In severe cases, it can even affect your brain and heart.
Sleep paralysis caused by locked-in syndrome
A common complication is stroke, Locked in Syndrome. It occurs when the nerves of the brainstem get damaged. This results in a paralysis of the body. It can cause difficulty with walking, breathing and speaking. The most common cause of locked-in syndrome is ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. It is difficult to diagnose this condition, but doctors can provide some guidance to their patients.
Humans lose a lot skin
Scientists estimate that human skin loses between 0.03 and 0.09 grams each hour. This means that a person can lose approximately 35kg over the course of their life. These tiny flakes are the main component of house dust. Because the flakes are made up of squalene, oil, they can react with ozone to pollute homes, offices and even airplanes. There are many ways to prevent skin accumulation in your home without compromising air quality.
Alchemists used brain-matter to make elixirs to eternal life
Alchemists are long seeking to uncover the secrets of eternal life. For decades, they have been trying to make immortality possible by using brain matter. There have been many theories that lead to the discovery of this substance. Some are interconnected. One source suggests the Holy Grail is the source of the secret ingredient to eternal life. Other sources cite the Hindu scriptures as describing the drink for gods called Amrita, which was created from an ocean of milk. The Greeks refer to it as Nectar or Ambrosia.
Dead skin causes sleep paralysis
Sleep paralysis refers to a condition that prevents people from getting good sleep. This condition can be caused by poor sleep quality and insomnia. However, it is possible to prevent this condition from happening by practicing good sleep hygiene. This includes avoiding the use of electronics before bed, avoiding naps during the day, and avoiding stimulants near bedtime.
Locked in Syndrome causes hair to grow back after the death
It is now less common than it once was. This condition was once a mystery that had long eluded scientists. Locked-in Syndrome has become less mysterious due to numerous scientific discoveries. The disorder was first discovered by an ex-editor of Elle magazine. After the passing of her mother, she began to re-grow her hair. The twitching began to spread across her entire arm and hand. She even described the feeling of accomplishment she felt when she was able to scratch her own nose. Marsh shared her story and gave an exclusive insight into her syndrome, even though she hadn't previously spoken about it.
FAQ
Have you ever wondered how much trash is produced worldwide each day?
The United Nations states that an average person produces more than 2.5 pounds of waste per day. That's over 25 billion pounds of garbage each year!
Most of the trash ends up at incinerators and landfills. But, what happens to those dumpsters? The majority of this rubbish is sent out of the country. The trash is then sent out of the country and dumped in countries where it pollutes ecosystems. But, one man has now discovered exactly where this rubbish goes. His name is Mike Sexton. He runs a company called Waste Watchers.He spends his days watching the movements of trucks transporting trash across North America. He then reports back to us on what happens next.
Sexton stated that he finds the job very satisfying. CNN's Sexton said, "We have a lot to enjoy." "We often see large rigs passing through our town and we will follow them. "Sexton began following truckers almost 20 year ago.
"I just fell in love with it," he said.
His favorite story is about a driver that pulled into an abandoned gas station just outside Los Angeles. Sexton said that the man was searching for a place to store his stuff. "He drove down the road and saw this building. He stopped and pulled up, then he went inside. "There was a pair of large, full-sized roll-off boxes. The man got everything out of the truck and began filling it up again. He then looked around and decided to load everything. There were many old tires, furniture, rags and mattresses. "It was just a total mess. But it had been cleaned before he arrived. There wasn't any trash."
Why did this happen? The answer is that this location was once part of a recycling facility. People who knew about it would drive to this location to recycle their garbage. Sexton explained that they would bring household items and take them to the building. Then, after they were done, they would empty the containers.
This could happen hundreds of time per week. This could happen hundreds times per week. Finally, the truck stops running completely due to its excessive junk. And eventually, the owner decides to abandon the vehicle.
Trash, however, isn't the only problem facing our planet.As you may have noticed, things are getting worse.According to experts, pollution levels have risen dramatically in recent years.More than half of all water bodies on Earth are polluted.Pollution from industrial chemicals has increased by more than 30 percent since 1980.Even the air we breathe is becoming increasingly toxic.A study by the World Health Organization found that the average person inhales around 100 million particles daily.
Most of these particles are made up of tiny pieces of plastic.Some of these plastics end up in landfills or incinerators. Some end up in rivers and oceans, while others end up in fish's stomachs.
Experts warn that the world may soon face a shortage of food if we don't make any changes. Experts warn that if we continue to go the same way, we won't make it. However, scientists and most people aren't worried.
What is the most secretive place in the world, and why?
The answer may shock you. It could even make you uncomfortable, because it challenges how reality is perceived and lived. But there is an explanation for why this place exists, and it's not what you would expect.
The City of God was its name by the ancient Greeks. According to the Bible, it was called the City of Destruction.
It is called Kashi (Kashmir in India). It is called Novgorod (Russia).
But here in America, it goes by another name - The Town That Disappeared.
One tiny town in western New York State lost its 1,200 inhabitants without trace. No bodies, cars, houses, nothing was left behind except a road sign pointing to its former location.
This tiny town vanished without any trace. Some claim the earth swallowed it. Others claim that a meteorite hit destroyed it. Still, others say aliens took it away.
Whatever happened, the residents of this once-thriving community are convinced that their town isn't gone forever. They had just relocated to another town.
Even a website exists to help track down the disappearances of the lost city Zugspitz.
So where is this town? Well, it's in Switzerland!
Zugspitze is situated on the border between Germany und Austria. Lake Zugspitze lies just above the summit of the mountain.
I have always been fascinated by the fact that so many towns have vanished, but some remain. Why does some vanish while others remain? I decided to investigate.
I was interested in learning more about these mysterious towns that are disappearing. What makes a town disappear? How does one place go extinct?
There are several theories behind the disappearing of towns. One theory suggests that a community disappears when all of its buildings are removed. Another theory says that the town just moves. The third theory is that the town was never actually there.
There are many theories, but the truth is that thousands of towns around the world have been submerged by the earth. This video explores the history of these towns and examines their current state.
How does the brain control the functions of your body?
The brain sends messages to other organs and muscles to ensure they work together. The brain controls everything that happens in your body. It tells both your stomach and lungs what to do; it also controls your legs and arms.
Your brain is made up of billions upon billions of nerve cells that are connected together in groups called neuronal groups. Action potentials on Axons are an electrical signal that neurons send to each other. Every neuron has a cell wall around its nucleus. The membrane contains channels that allow ions like sodium and potassium to enter the cell and leave it. The neuron is lit by an electric charge created by the movement of ions.
When a neuron is activated, neurotransmitters release chemicals into the space between it and the next neuron. Neurotransmitters are able to bind to receptors in the second neuron. This opens ion channels that allow ions to flow in and out. As a result, second neuron fires as well.
When a presynaptic nerve receives an impulse, neurotransmitter release takes place. An impulse travels along a synapse that connects the two neurons. The transmitter binds at the receptors of the post-synaptic Neuron and triggers its firing.
Neurotransmitters are important for communication within the nervous system. They are also responsible for coordinating activity between various parts of the brain.
What is the most surprising fact about your body?
There are two eyes, two ears. Two nostrils. Four limbs. A mouth, nose and penis. Yes, more than 50 parts to our bodies. But one thing is missing. The heart.
A heart is a pump, which circulates blood throughout our bodies. The blood moves through the arteries and veins to transport oxygen and nutrients into the cells, and remove carbon dioxide.
The heart pumps out about 5 liters per minute. This amount is equivalent to an adult drinking 2-3 cups of coffee daily.
The heart is constantly pumping blood, 24 hours a week, 365 day a year. When you're asleep, your heart beats approximately 100 times per hour.
Color of your skin is a good indicator of whether someone is healthy. Looking closely at the skin's surface, you can see tiny blood vessels called capillaries. These tiny vessels transport blood from the larger blood vessels to the heart. The skin turns blue or violet when blood flow becomes blocked.
Red blood cells are missing in people with sickle-cell disease. Their blood becomes extremely sticky and hardened, which can lead to very serious illnesses.
Bandages are used to stop bleeding after you have cut yourself. For wounds to heal properly, blood must flow. To do this, doctors insert a needle through the skin into the vein next to the injury. This allows the blood to drain from the injured area.
A doctor can also insert tubes (catheters), into an artery in the vicinity of where blood clots form. This keeps the patient alive until the clot breaks up naturally.
Statistics
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that stunned the world
Nothing is more shocking than seeing someone famous for wrong reasons. There's nothing more shocking than watching someone fall from grace.
It's fascinating to see how industries react to their mistakes. We have all heard of celebrities who overdosed on drugs and alcohol. Some even died young because of it.
The worst part about this is that these same stars come out with their problems and are ridiculed by everyone. That's where we found ourselves last week.
After a long and successful career, Heath Ledger finally succumbed to his demons. He succumbed after taking too many prescription medications. After a brief struggle with death, he died.
His family and friends were unable to accept his death, and the media was quick to criticize him.
Heath was once considered one of the most talented actors working today. Two Academy Awards nominations were given to Heath for his role in Brokeback Mountain.
Heath, in addition to acting, also wrote and directed films such as A Knight's Tale (Monster's Ball) and Iron Man (3).
Hollywood loved Heath but he grew too large for his boots. He began using drugs and drinking heavily. He ended up in rehab and became clean.
He was now sober and wanted to make amends. He then made "Room 237," a documentary that chronicled The Shining's making. The film was originally supposed to be released in this year's theaters, but it will not make its way into the cinemas until next year.
Heath attempted to get into Hollywood every time. In fact, he was arrested twice on drug charges.
We are not suggesting that Heath should be allowed back into the show business. It would have been nice, however, if he had received some help before things got out of control.
We hope Heath’s story serves as a cautionary tale for others who think they might still be able to have it all.