Did you know your body has some bizarre functions? While some are downright weird, others actually make sense when you think about them. There are amazing facts about our bodies that will amaze you if you have ever wondered what they do. Continue reading to find out more.
Human hairballs
Hairballs in humans are a rare, but not uncommon, condition. These hairballs are caused by humans eating their own hair. Trichophagia can be a rare but serious condition. One 18-year-old female was found to have hairballs that were nearly as large as a bowling-ball. The condition is very dangerous. It can cause discomfort, bleeding, or even death.
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What is the reason actors are blacklisted?
If you are an actor, you will get more rejection than if you are a writer. An actor will probably be rejected quite often. But it doesn't matter because eventually, you'll find someone who loves you.
Actors have a lot of talent, so they can make a decent living almost anywhere. However, most actors aren't interested in making money. They love acting, and they love telling stories. It's likely that you will be acting if your passion is acting.
Even worse, you might be told you are too young or too old to play the part. Or, you could lose out on a role in a movie. That happens a lot.
Once you've been cast you might also be subject to criticism. You may be told that your makeup is too heavy or you are not worthy of wearing it. If you're lucky, you won't even hear negative comments.
Sometimes your character isn't real or authentic and you will be criticised. Perhaps you're a gay man who everyone believes is straight. Or maybe you play a woman who is supposed to be tough, but she cries a lot.
You might be asked to change the sound of your voice. Sometimes they ask you to sound like a guy or a girl. Most times, though, they want you to sound better.
The best way to deal with these criticisms is to ignore them. Actors sometimes feel like failures when they hear they were wrong. The truth is they haven’t done anything wrong.
They were not born with the talent that would make them famous. Sometimes, no matter what they do, they just don't fit the bill.
There are many reasons an actor might be blacklisted. Some people don't like actors. Others feel that actors are lazy. Others think actors are lazy.
Whatever the reason, it's important to realize that you will not get blacklisted if you keep trying. There are plenty of jobs available and you'll find them.
Keep trying and you will eventually succeed.
These are five interesting facts about livers
The liver is responsible in breaking down toxins, storing vitamins and mineral, and for regulating blood pressure. It helps maintain a steady body temperature and regulates blood pressure.
We hear it all the time: "I feel sluggish today" or "my head feels heavy". These symptoms could indicate liver problems.
Other symptoms include itching, yellowing of the skin, heavy urine, yellowing of the skin, fatigue and nausea. But these aren't the only warning signs. These are not the only warning signs. Make an appointment immediately with your doctor if they occur.
The liver, an essential organ, is vital. It is responsible for detoxification as well digestion, metabolism and immunity.
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The average adult liver weights about 1,400g.
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A baby's liver is about half the size of an adult's at birth. It becomes about four times more large by the age of three than an infant's liver.
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The liver is located below the ribs on the left-hand side of your abdomen.
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There are 16 major liver lobes. However there are many smaller, more intimate lobules.
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The liver contains about 10 million individual red blood cells.
What is the most mysterious place on earth?
Antarctica is one of the most mysterious places on Earth.
Why is this place so amazing? Because it is unlike any other spot on Earth.
It is remote and difficult to reach. But there is more to this site than meets the eye.
You will also find some of the oddest wildlife species in this natural wonder.
So let's explore how this remarkable destination became famous for its mystery.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica is named for no one. Some say it means "land on ice." Others believe it comes from Greek mythology.
In ancient Greece, Antarktis was the name given to the island where Zeus' twin brothers were born. One of the twins was said to have been born in winter. Hence, the word antarctic.
Others believe that it is the Greek word anti, which means against, and tropos, which refers to turning. This would mean that the land was turned away by the sun.
Whatever the reason Antarctica has always been a fascination for people.
It is the highest, coldest, windiest, dryest, and most populated continent. It is too cold to support trees, plants, and animals.
And yet, this frozen wasteland is teeming with life.
Here, 90 percent live of all species of living things. About 50% of the world's plant and animal species can be found here.
What is the secret to Antarctica's unique environment? Here, water freezes in ice rather that vaporizing into the atmosphere.
This causes large masses to form of ice which float high above the ground.
These glaciers cover more than 80% of the continent. They are growing in size every year.
The Antarctic ice sheet has grown 60ft since 1960.
If the melting continues, sea level could rise up to 200ft. That could cause massive flooding around the globe.
Not everyone believes this is bad news. Global warming may be beneficial for some scientists. They suggest that rising temperatures could cause ice sheet melt faster, leading to floods that flush out toxic chemicals from soil and bodies.
Others, however, warn that this theory sounds almost like a plot for a science fiction film.
What is the most surprising fact about your body?
We have two eyes, two ears, two nostrils, four limbs, a mouth, a nose, and a penis. Yes, more than 50 parts to our bodies. But one thing is missing. A heart.
A heart is a pump that circulates blood throughout the body. The blood travels through the veins and arteries, transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells. It also removes carbon dioxide.
Each minute, the heart pumps approximately 5 liters. This is equivalent to a person drinking 2-3 cups coffee daily.
The blood flows throughout the heart 24/7, 365 days a calendar. 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. You can see tiny blood vessels, called capillaries, when you look closely at the skin. These vessels carry blood away to the heart via the large blood vessels. The skin turns purple or blue when there is a blockage in blood flow.
Red blood cells are missing in people with sickle-cell disease. Their blood becomes sticky and hardens, causing them to become very ill.
Bandages are used to stop bleeding after you have cut yourself. Blood must flow in order for the wound to heal properly. Doctors will insert a needle under the skin to access the vein near the injury. This allows the blood from the injured area to drain.
Doctors also insert tubes (catheters) into the artery near the site where the blood clot forms. This keeps the patient alive until the clot breaks up naturally.
Statistics
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (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)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (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)
- 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)
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Hollywood Actors & Actresses with PhDs
Many famous people had PhDs including Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, Oprah winfrey, Michael Jordan and Barack Obama. Nikola Tesla, Charles Darwin and Isaac Newton are some of the most famous scientists. Linus Pauling is another.
Some stars have Ph.D. degrees including actor Tom Hanks and singer Barbra Streisand.
All these stars earned their doctorate from different universities around the world. After earning their PhDs, many of these celebrities have gone on to be successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Some other actors and actresses that have PhDs are:
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Actor David Schwimmer is a Columbia University Business School MBA. He was also a graduate of NYU's Tisch school of the arts.
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Jennifer Aniston is an actor. She graduated with her Bachelor's degree from Dartmouth College. She later received her Master's Degree in Organizational Behavior & Human Resources Management from Harvard University.
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Julia Roberts, actress, studied Biology and Public Administration at Yale University. She then earned her Masters of Public Administration from Georgetown University.
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Actor Edward Norton graduated from Brown University with his Bachelors of Fine Arts. He went on to earn his Doctorate from Stanford University in Molecular Biophysics, and Biochemistry.
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Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal graduated from Barnard College with her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. Columbia University then awarded her a Master of Social Work.
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Sarah Jessica Parker, actress, received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree from Wellesley College. Columbia University awarded her a master's degree in clinical psychology.
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Sandra Bullock, Actress, obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of California Berkeley. She then went on and got her Masters of Education from UCLA.
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Reese Witherspoon is an actress who earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Tulane University. After that, she earned her Master of International Affairs at Tufts University's Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy.
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Michelle Williams, an actress, graduated from Wesleyan University in Massachusetts with a Bachelor's degree in Arts. She then obtained her Master of Arts degrees in Psychology from Boston University.
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Actress Shailenewoodley graduated Brigham Young University Hawaii in Hawaii with her Bachelors of Arts. Then she attended graduate school at San Francisco State University to earn her Master's degree in Environmental Studies.
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Will Smith is an actor who graduated from Howard University with his bachelor's degree as a Communications major. He then received his Master of Business Administration through the Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University.
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Queen Latifah is an actor. She graduated with a Bachelor in Science in Nursing from Michigan State University. After graduating from Michigan State University, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She went on to earn her Master of Public health at the University of North Carolina.
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Actress Amy Adams graduated from the Juilliard School with her Bachelor of Music degree. She earned her Master of Music degree from the Manhattan School of Music.
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Halle Berry, an actor, graduated from American Conservatory Theater in New York with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. She earned her Master of Fine Arts degree in acting from Carnegie Mellon University.
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Brittany Murphy is an actress who graduated from Santa Monica High School, where she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree (Theatre Arts). From New York Film Academy, she obtained her Masters of Fine Arts Acting.