30 Body Facts That Were a Mystery for You

Our bodies are one of the most complicated machines there is. Like any sophisticated machine, they constantly send information about defects: in this case, the workings of our internal organs and systems. However, we often ignore what our bodies tell us, and this is a big mistake. For example, sometimes your ears can ring! You can also hear some hissing, whistling, buzzing, and even roaring. But all this noise doesn't have an external source. That's why it's known as “phantom sounds.” But why are your ears ringing? Or ever seen little dots traveling in squiggly lines, especially when you're looking at a bright blue sky? These dots are only visible for a second or so and might look like itty-bitty worms. What are they? We found some more truly impressive facts about the human body to tell you. Do you know, for example, what "the Pinocchio Effect" is? Or why you can't swallow and breathe at the same time? Or why your lips look red? These unbelievable facts about our bodies will definitely surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices