When we get up suddenly, we may experience dizziness. This dizziness may be due to a sudden drop in blood pressure. Indeed, when we go...
Sweating is a natural phenomenon that allows the body to release some of its internal heat and regulate its temperature, mainly when it heats up...
Hiccups are the result of an involuntary spasm of the diaphragm, the main muscle that allows for quiet breathing. When it suddenly contracts without warning, it quickly...
When you add an ice cube to your drink, there is necessarily a transfer of heat, from the liquid (hotter) to the ice cube (colder). It’s a...
The tingling sensations felt during sleep often come from the compression of a nerve or temporary poor blood circulation. When a nerve is compressed for...
When you eat, your body exerts extra effort to manage all of that. The stomach and intestines get to work breaking down food into smaller, more absorbable...
Human skin is a type of filter that allows light to enter and exit in a particular way. It is made up of several layers: the epidermis...
Honey has antiseptic properties due to its content of sugars, gluconic acid, and hydrogen peroxide, which give it antibacterial abilities. These elements work together to...
When we sneeze, our eyes close without us even thinking about it. This reflex is there for a good reason: to protect our eyes. When...
The eyelids close to protect the cornea against foreign particles and damage. This rapid and automatic blinking ensures the safety of the eye surface against...
