26Second Blind Spot
The center of the eye only contains cones, the receptor responsible for color vision. This creates a second blind spot in low light. This explains why it's hard to see clearly when looking directly at objects in the dark.
27. We have taste buds not only on our tongues, but on our lips, our cheeks, the roof of our mouth, and the back of our mouth. That's why it can affect the taste of food when the roof of your mouth gets burned.
28. We have crystals in our ears that sense gravity and give you balance.
29. A sore throat caused by acid reflux is often worse in the morning since acid from the stomach can enter the esophagus, back of the throat, and mouth (contributing to tooth erosion) during the night while you are sleeping
30. People with a lightly pigmented eye color are more sensitive to light than people with dark eyes.
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31Face Symmetry
One reason why our faces are asymmetrical is due to our sleeping patterns. Those who sleep on their side or stomach are more likely to have an asymmetrical face.
32. Stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve stainless steel in 4-5 days.
