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21 Tips on How to Elevate Your Car Sex Game
It’s time to corrupt your Honda Civic.
Once upon a time, car sex was reserved for first-time fingering in the back of your mom’s Honda Civic. It was the place you could hook up with your boyfriend or girlfriend without your parents walking in or your pesky little siblings interrupting you. And even though you might now be an adult with a little more privacy and a door that locks, that doesn’t mean you should eschew the idea of getting it on in your automobile. In fact, certified intimacy and wellness coach at Mindbody, Margo Badzioch, says car sex is one of the hottest—and easiest—ways to mix things up.
“Sex in a car can feel naughty or thrilling,” Badzioch explains. “For some, it might feel a little nostalgic and bring back memories of their younger and hornier [selves]. These thoughts alone might get you a little hot—our brains are great like that.”
Not only does car sex give you the zero fucks vibes of the younger years, but Badzioch says it all comes down to that feeling of freedom and spontaneity hooking up in a car gives you. It’s like those four tires could take you anywhere, literally and sexually. Not to mention the fact that the close quarters can lead to some pretty explosive hookups. “With the closeness it requires due to limited space, you are bound to explore different angles and techniques, maybe discovering some that are new and feel amazing,” Badzioch says.
The best part is that unlike when you were a horny teenager receiving oral sex in your Camry (because that was the only place you could), you’re now fully in control of your sex life. This means you don’t have to race to hit your curfew and you can slowly savor car sex for what it really is: hot AF.
Basically, you owe it to yourself to try car sex as an adult. And if you’re wondering where to get started, we’ve rounded up 21 of the best, expert-backed tips that’ll change the way you view your backseat. Let’s rev those engines, people!
1. First, be careful about getting caught.
Before we dive into all the car sex tips, we have to stress the safety of the situation. You see, there’s this thing called a misdemeanor crime, which can be given to people who are involved in a “lewd act.” (Lewd act = sexing on a main street during the day where other people can easily and visibly see you). This means you’ll want to go somewhere that you can be sure you won’t be seen. Maybe try it in your driveway, in your garage, or in a secluded place when it’s already dark outside.
2. Don't do anything while the car is moving.
Despite what you may have seen in porn, TV shows, or movies, do not endanger yourselves or other people because you want to give your partner road head or cunnilingus. “Under no circumstances should you do anything sexual while the car is moving,” says Candice Smith, founder of sex education company, Two to Tango.
3. Use the parking brake.
Super super important: Make sure your parking brake is secure, your car is off, and you’re not chilling up on a hill. There’s nothing less sexy than being mid-hookup and realizing your car is sliding backward. At best, it'll be awkward and you'll be torn out of the moment and have to scramble to stop the car. At worst, it's extremely dangerous. Use that e-brake, then make sure it's engaged before climbing into the backseat or on your partner.
4. Be spontaneous.
Two things that are really neat about car sex is a) it can be totally random and b) it doesn't involve going back to your house. Why does that matter? Well, Badzioch says this could be really helpful if you're in the early stages of a relationship. "Let’s say you just started seeing someone and things got a little hot on your date. A little quickie in a fully reclined passenger seat can give you a taste of what your partner is about."
Naturally, you'll want to make sure your car is stocked with safe-sex essentials and you're parked somewhere discreet, but this can be a good way to have a little hookup without revealing your address or living situation. That also works if you're in an LTR and simply can't make it back home without ripping each other's clothes off.
5. Put on a show.
If you want to get a little kinky, give your partner a taste of what's to come by sliding into the back seat while they're in front, suggests certified sex therapist Donna Oriowo, owner of AnnodRight therapy. Start touching yourself so that they hear your moans and watch you through the rearview mirror. Obvi you'll only want to do this when the car is in park because there's a zero percent chance they'll be able to concentrate on the road when you're casually pleasuring yourself during passenger duty.
6. Stock up on the essentials.
If car sex could be in your future, Badzioch says it's a good idea to do a little prep work before inviting your date into your bone-mobile. Throw away your trash, vacuum the seats, and get some air freshener going. You'll also want to have sex necessities on hand that'll make the experience (and cleanup) easier and more enjoyable. Be sure to throw a few pillows and blankets in the trunk or backseat, and toss some condoms and wipes in the glove compartment for quick access.
7. Get loud.
Say you live with roommates or in an apartment with thin walls. Chances are having loud, moan-filled sex isn't exactly something you get to do that often. That's why Badzioch suggests using you time in the car to really experiment with your vocals. "If you're parked in the middle of nowhere where you know no one is around, you can go ahead and moan and scream with pleasure as much as you like," she says.
If you're not used to being vocal, this is the perfect time to try it. "[Loud sex] has its benefits, from making you feel more connected to allowing the vibration of sound to travel through the body for increased sensation." She suggests just starting with some audible breathing and going from there, letting any and all moans escape as you feel them.
8. Position yourself comfortably.
The biggest complaint about car sex is that there’s zero space. But even if it’s a tight squeeze for you and your partner, you do have some options. You could move into the back seat, which will probs offer more room and also help hide you from people passing by. You could also recline your seats back as far as they go, says relationship coach Carmel Jones, which will help make your space comfier and more bed-like.
9. Try out car-friendly sex positions.
Part of positioning yourself comfortably is knowing what sex positions work in a car and what sex positions don’t. If you’re starting with oral sex (which is probably the easiest thing to do in a car, BTW), all you have to do is lean over into your partner’s lap.
This is most effective if your partner has a penis, but if your partner has a vulva, you can get into the back seat in a 69 position. If there’s room, you could also move the seats so that the receiver lies down while the person giving oral kneels in the foot space.
When you’re ready for penetrative sex, having the receiving partner on top might be the easiest move. With the penetrating partner in the passenger seat, move the seat all the way back and recline the seat. Get into their lap and go at it cowgirl-style. Then grab on to the headrest for extra leverage.
Reverse cowgirl is also pretty simple too: While in the front, move the seat back as far as it goes and sit face-forward on your partner’s lap so you’re both looking out the front window. Grab onto the steering wheel and use it to help rock your body back and forth.
If you want to try a doggy-style sex position, depending on your heights, you may be able to both fit in the back seat. If not, you could recline the front seat all the way back, lay your stomach on it while facing the back of your car, and let your partner enter you from behind as they crouch on top of you.
More of a spooning sex person? Get into the back seat and move the front seats forward as far as they’ll go. Tell your partner to lie on their side across the back seat with you in front of them so your back is pressed against their chest. If the seat is narrow, keep yourself from falling off by bracing your hands against the seat in front of you.
Finally, if you have an SUV or larger car, Badzioch says there's a good chance you can fold the back seats down completely, giving you a sort of flat, makeshift bed area. Bring some blankets and pillows and use the extra space to your advantage! Pretty much any position goes here, so get creative and enjoy the luxury of having something other than a hand-me-down sedan.
10. Park somewhere you can see the stars.
For obvious reasons, this is your best move legally because if the stars are out = it’s dark outside = you have less of a chance of getting caught. But also, the stars can be your $free.99 way of setting the mood. “Let the stars shine through the sunroof and provide that sexy moonlit glow on your bodies,” Jones says.
11. Use a blanket to cover yourselves.
Most sexual acts can be concealed easily with a blanket on top of you, says Oriowo. Touch each other all over while it “appears” you’re cuddling in your back seat if you’re nervous about getting caught.
You also don’t want to look like you’re doing anything sexual though, regardless of whether you have a blanket or not. If you’re going down on your partner, try to keep the head-bobbing to a minimum because, well, it’s pretty obvious you’re not bobbing for apples in your car.
Basically, if you are careful about your movements and use a blanket, “it’s going to appear pretty innocent from the outside looking in,” says Jones.
12. Masturbate.
Not all car sex has to involve a partner. “Take your favorite sex toy, put on your favorite music and/or (ethical) porn and take the time to enjoy yourself,” suggests sexologist Marla Renee Stewart, author at VelvetLipsSexEd.com. Especially if you just need some alone time away from the parents or roommates.
13. Have lots of lube ready to go.
Chances are you’re going to be trying some interesting positions here, so make sure to have plenty of lube on hand. Avoid spilling it literally everywhere by getting a bottle with a pump top, and think about laying a blanket on the seat to avoid awkward stains.
14. Wear a skirt or dress.
Yes, being naked is hot—but so is not getting arrested. If you’re worried about privacy where you’re parked, a flowy skirt or dress works as a sort of tent to hide your business from curious passersby. Easy access is key.
15. Play with temperature.
Have some fun with your partner by blasting the A/C for a couple of minutes, then switching to heat. You could also turn on the seat warmer while the air conditioner is running. Not only does temperature play add to the surprise factor because they don’t know what’s coming next, but transitioning from hot to cold is extremely erotic too.
16. Get your money’s worth from the sunroof.
Open the sunroof and have your partner sit in the passenger seat. Climb on top facing them, and stand with your feet on either side of their hips. (Thanks to the sunroof, your upper body will be outside.) Let them treat you to oral—and if you’re wearing a skirt or dress, just ditch your underwear and let the material cascade over their head.
17. Listen to an amazing sex playlist.
Music amps up any sort of sex but especially car sex. Because you’re in such a small space, if you crank the volume enough, the whole car will start to thump and vibrate, which can supercharge sensations. It also masks noise, giving you the freedom to get loud if you feel like it. Try listening to music that has beats that match the sex tempo you’re looking for. If you want it hard and fast, any alternative rock should do the trick. If you want something slow and romantic, put on something by The Weeknd.
18. Take advantage of your vehicle’s sexcessories.
All cars come equipped with the perfect bondage accessory: seat belts. Have your partner sit in the passenger seat and then click the belt into place. Order them to lift their hands over their head and use whatever’s around (a scarf, your bikini top, a dog leash, etc.) to bind them to the headrest.
The owner’s manual stashed in your glove compartment can also double as a handy spanker, and you’ll definitely want to take full advantage of those rearview mirrors. Strategically angle them so they’re directed at the action.
19. Awake your inner exhibitionist.
If you’re feeling daring, lie down on the hood of the car, cover your bodies with a big blanket or towel, and get into scissor sex position. That way, if anyone passes by, it’ll look like you’re just making out. But again, be mindful of your surroundings, please!
20. Okay, now get really exhibitionistic.
If you’re positive you won’t get caught, go all out by trying doggy-style sex on the hood. Stand on the ground facing the car, bend over at the waist, and rest your hands on the hood so your partner can enter you from behind. Or get onto the hood on your hands and knees, but lay down a towel or blanket first in case the metal is hot.
Worst-case scenario: Do this in the comfort of your own garage (or a really, really, really good friend’s!), suggests Oriowo. “It’s just as sexy and steamy while reducing your chances of getting caught.”
21. Incorporate some sex toys.
For a super-sexy afternoon, go sex toy shopping. Once you’ve picked out some goodies and checked out, try out your new toys on each other before you even get home. CalExotic’s resident sexologist Jill McDevitt, PhD, suggests parking somewhere private, sitting in your respective seats in the front, and then reaching over to give each other a helping hand.
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5 Sex Stories So Hot They're Better Than Foreplay
Welcome to the randy reading renaissance.
If, like video porn, you don't even know where to begin, know that we've collected the 30 hottest stories from around the web—tales so scintillating, you'll be in the mood before you even finish the first one. So if you ever want to turn off the visual, give any of these stories a read. (It should go without saying, but all text within is NSFW.)
1."Hey, Babe."
She flicked off the lights and pushed him against the wall. A frame fell face down on the floor and shattered next to them. She didn't allow him to take notice. She bit at his bottom lip, tugging his face, commanding him to follow her lead as she walked backwards down the hallway, deeper into the darkness, her darkness. And he, submitting to her bestial strength, simply weaved his fingers into the rust of her hair and bowed to her dominion. Like a lowly, unassuming insect, captivated by her hellfire glow.Halfway down the hall, she slammed him back first into the wall again, harder than before — no frames there that time. She clawed at his chest under his shirt as she ate his kiss once more and bit down his neck; the groans he breathed out into the obscurity flinched sharply as her fangs grew less and less forgiving.His buckle caught the flash of lamplight seeping in from somewhere outside as she tugged at the leather strap of his belt. She ran her fingers up and back down the front of his chest, back down to his waist, and unclasped his belt, plucking it from the loops with a single sliding pull. Feverishly, she tore his pants open and moved them, along with his boxers, down just enough to reveal his smug erection. With both palms on his board-firm chest, she smirked at him, kissed him once more, a little softer than before, and squatted down before him. He held his dark girth in his hand, stroking it as he presented it to her. She swatted his hand away.
"No," she snarled. "Don't touch. That's mine until I'm done with it."
She picked his belt up from the floor and wrapped it around his wrists, binding his hands behind his back.
"You will touch me when I say so," she said and kissed the corner of his dark lips.
– by Jayne Renault
2."Crossing Borders"
She never let people tell her what to do. Never. But… today was about breaking rules, right?
She rested her palms against the glass and let his fingers resume their trail up her legs. She looked out at her coworkers, repeating to herself, they can't see you. And she knew they couldn't. It was a mirrored window and she knew no one could see in. But being able to see everyone else caused her adrenaline to spike. She was shaking with anticipation.
When his fingers pushed up against her panties, she felt the wetness of her desire soak into the fabric. He tucked his fingers under the wet fabric and between her throbbing lips. She gasped loudly and squirmed, but kept her hands on the glass.
"Yes," he whispered into her ear. "I think maybe you do want me."
"Yes," she echoed as his fingers found her clit and massaged around it. He worked his other hand down the front of her shirt and into her bra, finding her nipple with ease and pulsing his finger and thumb to squeeze her nipple as he sped the rhythm of his fingers in her panties.
She was panting as the pressure built. There was so much danger of being caught, doing this in the middle of the day in the breakroom while everyone else was right outside the window.
Which only made it hotter.
– by Keri Fields
3."The Birthday Bash"
Once on the bed, she takes the lead. She moves in slowly towards you, looks back at her boyfriend for a moment, and kisses you softly on the lips. You start by making out with her. He is almost instantly hard. She kisses him. She kisses you again. She invites you guys to kiss each other. You realize she's already in her underwear. She looks like a goddamn porn star.
You take off your own top. You help him remove his dumb plaid shirt. But you hold back to let her pilot you through this experience. It is her boyfriend after all, and you know that she can be pretty fierce and protective, especially when it comes to her man.
She teases him with her hands and her mouth through his boxers. He runs his hand through your hair. You look down as she shimmies his boxers right off his body and his erection springs back to point up at you. You're a little shy at first, but your friend gives you a reassuring look. "It's okay. Go for it."
– by Jayne Renault
4."The Night Crossing"
"You know the best way to warm up is for you to take your shirt off, too. Skin against skin," Emma tilted her head back and nuzzled Rachel's neck.
"You are insane." Rachel's embarrassment was hard to hide. Nonetheless, a twinge of excitement raced through her. She had never experienced this side of Emma. And while perplexing, there was an unexpected allure.
Both regularly dated men, with whom they had varying degrees of success. Never, though, had Emma hinted that she might be interested in anything more than a platonic relationship with Rachel. Or any other woman, for that matter. But maybe tonight, the chill, the fatigue, the Baltic air, and the whiskey was just the tonic to send Emma into a state that Rachel was beginning to feel would be hard to undo.
And so, despite her nagging apprehension, Rachel permitted herself to do what she could have never anticipated. She stripped off her sweater and t-shirt. Her body, thicker and more athletic than Emma's, had always been a source of unhappiness for her. Tonight, though, an ocean away from home, she decided to embrace it all.
As she submitted, the hair on her arms bristled, and she wondered if it was the sharpness of the cold air or the feel of Emma's soft warm skin on her body. While pondering the newness of it all, Rachel was ripped from her thoughts when the harsh glare of the florescent lights suddenly turned off and was replaced by tiny track lights that lined the corridor. Rachel glanced at her watch. It was 1:00. The silence of the hall and the protection of the shadowy light was all Rachel needed now.
The last of her worries faded and the sensations of her body took hold. A crescendo of excitement was growing inside of her. Emma's skin against her body and her hips between her legs sent Rachel's mind reeling.
"You feel nice," Emma cooed, sinking deeper into Rachel.
Rachel pushed Emma's long dark hair to one side and began rubbing her shoulders. She moaned with every new part of her back and shoulders that Rachel touched. Emma's soft groans of relaxation only added to Rachel's arousal. And now, Rachel allowed her feelings to go where they pleased.
As Rachel continued to caress Emma's shoulders, Emma whispered, "That feels amazing. Thank you." She reached back and took Rachel's hands. "Your hands are so warm." And then, "I want to feel them other places." She cocked her head back and whispered her request into Rachel's ear.
– by Erika Lynne Fitzpatrick
5."Tease and Taste"
The sound of a match strike caught my attention and I opened my eyes to see Dan lighting candles around the bedroom. It cast a soft, warm glow, the flickering making dancing shadows on our skin.
Including Dan's naked form.
I had always thought women's bodies were beautiful and men's bodies more utilitarian. I had never looked with desire on another man.
But Dan was toned and fit; his muscles moving with a grace I had not noticed before. He was hard and sticking straight out; I could not help but look at his shaved cock, nicely large with a big, bulbous pink head. Truthfully he was quite handsome naked.
Val looked up and noticed where my eyes were. She waved Dan over so he stood beside the bed, his cock within her reach.
She began to alternate between us, sucking one while stroking the other. She never rushed, always changing her technique moment to moment. She wasn't just good, she was an artist.
– by CandleLit
The Best Way to Give a Woman Multiple Orgasms
Like a real estate deal, it all comes to patience and location.
1.Encourage her to masturbate
Women most often experience multiple orgasms when they're pleasing themselves. (Hey, we know our own bodies.) Watch and learn. The trick is to wait long enough after she has an orgasm for sensitivity to decrease—but not so long that her arousal wanes.
2.Use a vibrator during sex
Direct stimulation of the clitoris is the quickest route to O-ville, especially when that stimulation comes via rhythmic buzzing.
3.Stimulate her entire body
The more areas you stimulate during sex, the greater her odds of experiencing repeat O's.
Surprising Kissing Facts
Kissing is a way to show love to your loved one but there are surprising facts about kissing that will make you think twice next time you kiss. Take a look at this list of 40 kissing facts.
1. The word was derived from the old English word ‘Cyssan’ which means to kiss.
2. Researchers have found that kissing can improve our immune system.
3. A mother’s kiss helps her baby to grow faster.
4. A kiss is called ‘Saviolum’, a kiss on the closed mouth is called ‘Osculum’, kiss on the cheek or hand is called ‘Osculum’.
5. When your lips touch someone else’s, 5 out of 12 of your cranial nerves are engaged.
6. Laksana & Ekkachai Tiranarat is a Thai couple who held a kissing record for 58 hours, 35 minutes and 58 seconds.
7. The muscle you use to pucker your lips is called the “Orbicularis Oris”.
8. When you kiss someone your heart beats faster and more oxygen reaches your brain.
9. Kiss makes our pupils dilate that is why we usually close our eyes while kissing.
10. The science of kissing is called Philematology.
11. One kiss requires 146 muscles to coordinate, including 34 facial muscles and 112 postural muscles.
12. When two people kiss, they exchange between 10 million to 1 billion bacteria.
13. A passionate kiss can burn 6.4 calories a minute.
14. The expectation of a kiss increases the flow of saliva to the mouth, giving the teeth a plaque-dispersing bath.
15. Kissing helps you to prevent wrinkles.
16. Two-third of the people tip their head to the right when they kiss.
17. The film with the most number of kisses ever recorded is Don Juan in which John Barrymore and Mary share 127 kisses.
18. The film with the longest kiss is Andy Warhol’s film, Kiss.
19. In 1930 the Hays Code banned Hollywood actors from kissing in a horizontal position and limited the duration of a kiss to no longer than 3 seconds.
20. A man is forbidden to kiss a woman while she’s asleep in the Colorado’s Logan County.
21. July 6th is the international kissing day.
22. Like human fingerprints, no two lip impressions are the same.
23. The first time two men kissed on-screen was in 1927.
24. Kissing helps to reduce the levels of stress hormone cortisol, making you feel all safe and secure.
25. It is illegal to kiss with a mustache in Nevada.
26. Mononucleosis and Herpes are diseases that can be transmitted through kissing.
27. It is a proper etiquette to greet friends and family by kissing them on both cheeks in Europe.
28. Couples transfer an average of 9 milligrams of water, 0.7 milligrams of protein, 0.18 milligrams of organic matter, 0.71 milligrams of fat and 0.45 milligrams of salt to each other with each open-mouthed kiss.
29. Public kissing is a crime in Indonesia and may be punishable by five years in prison.
30. Dogs are the most kissable pet.
31. 43% of people prefer to kiss their pet rather than their family or friends.
32. France has a kiss map.
33. The brain is equipped with special neurons that help us locate each other’s lips in the dark.
34. A kiss was used to sign a contract at a wedding ceremony of ancient Roman traditions.
35. Kissing can be a reason for tooth decay.
36. If you want to avoid a cold, kissing someone is more hygienic than shaking hands.
37. The average person spends two weeks of his lifetime kissing.
38. In the UK, the average age for a first kiss is 15.
39. Kissing on the ear of a baby can make the baby deaf. This condition is known as “Cochlear ear-kiss injury.”
40. “How to kiss” is the most ever searched tutorial on YouTube.
Interesting Bear Facts
Bears are omnivorous mammals divided into eight species and most of them are endangered. Did you know that to scratch their backs on their favorite trees, they walk for miles. Find this and most interesting facts about bears in this awesome list.
1. Bears eat mostly meat and fish, but some bears also eat plants and insects.
2. Canada is home to nearly 60 % of the world’s polar bears.
3. The Asiatic black bear has the largest ears than other species of bears.
4. Black bears can run at the speed up to 35mph.
5. Baloo, from The Jungle Book, is a sloth bear.
6. Katmai National Park is home to approximately 4,000 Alaskan brown bears.
7. Most bears have 42 teeth.
8. Grizzly bears can remember the faces of other bears.
9. There are at least 600,000 black bears in North America.
10. About 98% of the grizzly bear population in the U.S. lives in Alaska.
11. The largest recorded polar bear weighed 1,002 kilograms.
12. The Governor of Moscow trained a large bear to serve pepper Vodka to his guests.
13. Polar bears primarily eat seals.
14. The Sun bear has the shortest fur to keep themselves cool in the hot forests.
15. Even though bears are big and heavy, they can run very fast.
16. Bears are good at climbing and swimming.
17. There are only eight living species of bears.
18. A group of bears is called a sloth.
19. Bears have a large brain and are also known as intelligent mammals.
20. Bears sleep more in the winter.
21. A polar bear can swim up to 100 miles without resting.
22. The Koala is not a bear.
23. The brown bear is Finland’s national animal.
24. Asiatic bears build nests in trees.
25. Unlike many mammals, bears can see in color.
26. Polar bears are the largest land predators.
27. The Brown bear is the national animal of Finland.
28. Spectacled bears are the only wild bears that live in South America.
29. Polar bears are the only bear species that are marine mammals.
30. Canadian Northwest Territories License plates are shaped like polar bears.
31. Bears do not urinate while they hibernate.
32. Just to scratch their backs on favorite trees bears walk for miles.
33. California ‘s official state animal is the California grizzly bear.
34. Grizzly bears have a bite-force of over 8,000,000 pascals, which is strong enough to crush a bowling ball.
35. Polar bears have eight species, American black, Asiatic black, Spectacled bears, Giant panda, Sloth bears, Sun bears and Brown bears.
36. A male bear is called a boar and female is called sow.
37. A bear fought in the Polish Army in WW2. He carried shells to the frontline and was taught to salute.
38. Teddy bears were named after U.S. President Theodore ‘Teddy’ Roosevelt.
39. A grizzly bear eats almost 20,000 calories a day.
40. Bears have an excellent sense of smell, better than dogs.
Popcorn Facts
Popcorn is one of the world’s healthiest and most popular snack foods which contain fiber, and roughage that the body needs in its daily diet. However, It can be either super healthy or very unhealthy. These 40 unknown Popcorn Facts will help you to learn more.
1. Popcorn is a type of corn.
2. Popcorn is over 5,000 years old.
3. Popcorn is the official snack of Illinois.
4. The Popcorn’s scientific name is Zea Mays Everta.
5. Christopher Columbus allegedly introduced popcorn to the Europeans in the late 15th century.
6. Nebraska produces more popcorn than any other state in the country.
7. Movie theaters make an insane profit by selling popcorn more than movie ticket sales.
8. Most microwave ovens have a “popcorn” control button.
9. Charles Cretors invented the first popcorn machine in 1885.
10. Popcorn was not allowed in cinemas in the early 1900’s.
11. Popcorn was discovered in New Mexico.
12. Popcorn is a special type of corn that “pops” when exposed to heat.
13. Americans ate 3x more popcorn instead of sugary snacks than usual during WWII because there was a sugar shortage in the U.S.
14. 100 grams air popped popcorn has 87 grams of calories, 13 grams of protein, 78 grams of carbs and 5 grams of fat.
15. Popcorn can expand to 30 times its original size when popped.
16. The University of Scranton proved that popcorn contains very large amounts of Polyphenols.
17. The ideal popping temperature for popcorn is 400-460° Fahrenheit.
18. Americans eat approximately 17 billion quarts of popped corn per year.
19. In order to get a full serving of whole grains, you need to eat three full popcorn cups.
20. Each kernel of popcorn contains a small drop of water stored inside a circle of soft starch.
21. October has been celebrated as National Popcorn Poppin’ Month.
22. January 19th is National Popcorn Day.
23. Most popcorn is sold during the fall and winter seasons.
24. Before stoves and microwaves, hot sand was used to provide the right kind of heat to make corn kernels pop.
25. Popcorn is gluten-free, which means it is a good snack for those who cannot consume gluten.
26. Native Americans do not only ate popcorn, but they made beer and soup out of it too.
27. The world’s largest popcorn ball was 12 feet in diameter and weighed 5,000 pounds.
28.Popcorn went into a slump during the early 1950s, when television became popular. Attendance at movie theaters dropped and, with it, popcorn consumption.
29. Two tablespoons of unpopped kernels produce a quart of popcorn for about 25 cents.
30. Un popped Kernels are Called “Old Maids” or “Spinsters”.
31. The term that refers to the percentage of kernels that pop in a batch is called pop ability.
32. Microwave popcorn was first discovered in 1945 by Perry Spencer.
33. Popcorn became very popular during the great depression, for its low-cost of production.
34. Popcorn is low in calories as compared to other snacks.
35. American vendors began selling popcorn at carnivals in the late 19th century.
36. Popcorn kernels can pop up to 3 feet in the air.
37. Unpopped popcorn should not be stored in the refrigerator because it will dry out the moisture in the kernels. Without the moisture, popcorn will not pop. The ideal place to store popcorn is in a cool, dry cupboard
38. Johnny B. made it into the world record when he ate 40 popcorn kernels in one minute while upside down.
39. The largest box of popcorn was achieved by Cineplexx (International) with a volume of 52.59m³.
40. Orville Redenbacher is the number one selling popcorn in the world.
Surprising Facts About Left-Handed People
Left-handedness is a condition in which a person is more comfortable using the left hand for actions that are normally done by the right hand. Less commonly seen, people with left-handedness are believed to be more skillful. Find out more about other left-handed facts in the list below.
1. Approximately 12% of the world population are left-handed, led by the Netherlands.
2. Those who are left-handed are more prone to ailments like allergies and migraines.
3. Left-handers are nicknamed “SouthPaws”.
4. Most of those who are left handed are insomniacs.
5. Left handed people tend to use the right side of their brain more.
6. Lefties are highly smart and some of the most popular inventors were left-handed like Isaac Newton and Benjamin Franklin.
7. The word left in English comes from the Anglo-Saxon word lyft, which means weak or broken.
8. Those who use their left–hand more are likely to be inclined towards alcohol due to low tolerance level to the right side of the brain.
9. There are more left-handed men than women in the world.
10. Multitasking comes naturally to people who are left handed.
11. Left-handed people usually face sexual orientation.
12. Left handed people tend to attain puberty later than right handed people.
13. Lefties are very good artists and mostly follow creative careers.
14. At least four of the most popular Presidents of the United States were left–handed.
15. International Left Hander’s Day is celebrated on August 13th.
16. Left handed people need to cut their nails frequently, as their nails on the left hand grow faster.
17. According to tradition, an itchy left hand indicates you will lose money. An itchy right hand indicates you will receive money.
18. in the majority of sports, people who are good at tennis, swimming, baseball, boxing, and fencing are found to be left-handed.
19. Their intelligence is found to be polarized, and are dyslexic or suffering from stuttering.
20. People who are left-handed, get embarrassed and angry faster than others at the slightest trigger.
21. Left-handed kids have not performed as well as right handed kids in school.
22. Mental disorders are seen to be common among left-handed people.
23. Studies have shown that lefties suffer from periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD) a sleeping problem.
24. People with left handedness, have lesser risks related to ailments like ulcers and arthritis.
25. Left-handedness is found to be more common in twins, in fact twice as common.
26. Forty plus aged mothers are more likely to give birth to left-handed babies.
27. Almost 26% of the college graduates who are left-handed grow richer than the right-handed counterparts.
28. According to research, Autistic people are more likely to be left-handed.
29. Left-handedness is hereditary and a perfect example is the British Royal Family where Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles, and Prince William are all left handed.
30. Some well-known perpetrators of crimes were left handed like Jack the Ripper, The Boston Strangler and Osama Bin Laden.
31. Premature babies are more likely to be left-handed.
32. Left-handed people have a greater sense of hearing.
33. Lefties have proved to be good fighters.
34. The Bible mentions the right hand almost 100 times positively and the left hand only about 25 times and all of it negatively.
35. The life span of lefties is supposed to be shorter than their right–handed counterparts.
Machu Picchu - facts
More than 7,000 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains, Machu Picchu is the most visited tourist destination in Peru. A symbol of the Incan Empire and built around 1450AD, Machu Picchu was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 and was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.
1. In the Quechua Indian language, “Machu Picchu” means “Old Peak” or “Old Mountain.”
2. Machu Picchu is made up of more than 150 buildings ranging from baths and houses to temples and sanctuaries.
3. The compound contains more than 100 separate flights of stairs. Most of the individual staircases were carved from one slab of stone.
4. Although many of the stones that were used to build the city were more than 50 pounds, it is believed that no wheels were used to transport these rocks up the mountain. Rather, it is thought that hundreds of men pushed the heavy rocks up the steep mountain side.
5. Many different theories exist about Machu Picchu’s purpose—a royal estate and a secret ceremonial center among them.
6. The Incas were some of the best masons in the world. The structures were so well built with a technique called ashlar (stones that are cut to fit together without mortar) that not even a knife blade can fit in between stones.
7. Machu Picchu was only known locally until Yale Professor Hiram Bingham re-discovered the site in 1911. His book, The Lost City of the Incas, was based on his findings.
8. A long-standing dispute between Peru and Yale University has existed over the artifacts collected by Bingham during his exploration of the site. Yale maintains that they own the items while Peru insists they were given on loan.
9. Machu Picchu was an astronomical observatory, and its sacred Intihuatana stone accurately indicates the two equinoxes. Twice a year, the sun sits directly over the stone creating no shadow.
10. Unfortunately, most cities built by the Inca civilization were destroyed by the Spanish conquest. Machu Picchu was in a hidden location—invisible from below—and not found, making it one of the most well-preserved Inca cities and an archeological gem.
Bikini - Facts
Since time immemorial—or at least since most of us can remember—the bikini has been a summer staple. But, as you'll surely be surprised to learn, the modern version of the midriff-baring bathing suit is just 72 years-old. In other words, it's younger than Better Midler, Goldie Hawn, and Helen Mirren—and it's been through its fair share of ups and downs.
When it first hit the market in 1946, for instance, the swimsuit was considered so scandalous that the Vatican declared the garment to be "sinful." But shortly after, thanks in part to the influence of Hollywood, the bikini rapidly ascended in popularity, and today you can wear the garment (almost) anywhere without the Vatican scolding you. In honor of the bikini's upcoming birthday, we've gathered some of the most fascinating facts about the suit that revolutionized the swimwear industry
1.The modern bikini was named after a nuclear bomb test.
Few people today would ever draw a parallel between the bikini and a hydrogen bomb, but that's exactly what French car engineer Louis Réard did when he named the scandalous two-piece swimsuit. In May 1946, at the time of the modern bikini's creation, the United States was testing hydrogen bombs in Bikini Atoll, and in these tests Réard found inspiration for the name of his bombshell new clothing item. The engineer-slash-designer thought that his new design was just as shocking as the nuclear tests—and at the time, his assumptions were accurate.
2.The bikini wasn't the first two-piece.
Just a few months before Réard launched his version of the bikini, another French designer, Jacques Heim, unveiled a similar two-piece ensemble. Dubbed the Atome, Heim's swimsuit was self-described as "the world's smallest bathing suit," though it still covered the naval and was conservative compared to what Reard had to offer. As we now know, the Atome faded out, and the bikini prevailed as the one and only scandalous swimsuit.
3.The bikini was initially rejected as too revealing.
Though the bikini was introduced to the world in the late 1940s, it wasn't until 1957 that celebrities and mainstream media began to accept the skin-bearing new fashion trend. It was in that year that French actress Brigitte Bardot appeared at Cannes Film Festival in a floral two-piece. And once Bardot made it acceptable to wear a bikini, celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and Esther Williams quickly followed suit.
4.Several places still ban wearing bikinis today.
When the bikini was first introduced, countries like Italy, Portugal, and Spain prevented their citizens from wearing them. And though these countries have since lifted those bans, cities around the world still ban the provocative piece. Such places include Hvar, Croatia, where you can get fined for walking the streets in a swimsuit; the Maldives, where most public beaches are for one-piece suits only; and Ras al-Khaimah in United Arab Emirates, where swimwear is banned entirely.
5.Playboy didn't put a bikini on its cover until the '60s.
July 1962 marked the first time that Playboy ever featured a woman with a bikini on its cover. In fact, the iconic cover barely featured a woman at all. Instead, it focused artistically on a bikini bottom and the tan lines it created.
6.The infamous Dr. No bikini sold in auction for more than $50,000.
In 2011, the white bikini that Ursula Andress wore in 1962's Dr. No sold for £41,125, which comes out to just over $54,000 with today's exchange rates. Andress said of the garment: "This bikini made me into a success… My entrance in [Dr. No] wearing the bikini on that beautiful beach seems to now be regarded as a classical moment in cinema, and made me world famous as 'The Bond Girl.'"
7.Bikinis are the official dress code for female Olympic beach volleyball players.
The bikini has been the official uniform of women's beach volleyball players since the sport was introduced into the Olympics in 1996. Evidently, this move came in response to complaints about the previous attire. Olympian Holly McPeak once told ABC News that "sand goes down the top [of a one piece] and collects in the bottom." As of the 2012 Olympics, women also have the options to wear a body suit or shorts and a top, though the bikini remains the "official" dress code for players from all countries.
8.The first "Miss World" pageant was just a swimsuit competition.
The first ever Miss World pageant took place in the summer of 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain. In its conception, the 26-person pageant was also known as the Festival Bikini Contest; the winner, Sweden's Kiki Hakansson, is the only Miss World to have ever been crowded in a bikini.
9.But today, the competition doesn't even have a swimsuit portion.
In 2014, the Miss World pageant strayed from its roots and dropped the swimsuit segment altogether. Chris Wilmer, national director of Miss World America and Miss United States, told ABC: "It's not just a beauty contest—it's 'beauty with a purpose.' There didn't seem to be a purpose to have the swimsuit."
10.The first woman to ever model a bikini was…
…a nude dancer. Her name was Micheline Bernardini, and Réard hired her after every model he approached turned him down (on account of his "bikini" being too revealing).
11.The world's largest swimsuit photo involved more than 3,000 women.
In 2011, a city in China set the world record for the largest bikini photo shoot. With more than 40,000 volunteers helping out, the city gathered a total of 3,090 bikini-clad women together for the photo and beat the previous record set by Cosmopolitan in Sochi, Russia, of 1,923 women. The photo was part of a larger effort by Huludao Municipal Government to promote tourism to the area.
12.The oldest recordings of a two-piece set date back to Ancient Roman times.
Yes, Réard did create the first bikini in the 1940s, but the oldest documented images of the swimsuit come from well before his time. As far as we know, the first depiction of a two piece comes from a 1,700-year-old Roman mosaic called Chamber of the Ten Maidens, in which several women are seen playing sports and exercising in what could be considered a modern-day bikini.
13.Women in bikinis make men impatient—for everything.
Images of women in skimpy swimsuits are plastered all over billboards nowadays—and they may just be making men more impatient, according to a new study. Researchers found that when men watched videos of women running in bikinis, their desire for immediate gratification increased. Evidently, when sexual desire is stimulated, so are the other brain systems that deal with gratification-seeking behaviors.
"Bikinis cause a shift in time preference," study author Bram Van den Bergh wrote. "Men live in the here and now when they glance at pictures featuring women in lingerie. That is, men will choose the immediately available rewards and seek immediate gratification after sex cue exposure."
14.Wearing a thong bikini is illegal in parts of Florida.
Florida might be The Sunshine State, but that doesn't mean that its residents are free to soak up the sun in any clothing items they please. In 1990, the state banned thong bikinis from its state beaches, and in January 2005 the city of Melbourne followed suit. If you are caught wearing a thong in Melbourne, you will suffer a $500 fine or 60 days in prison—so don't get cheeky!
15.A Vietnamese airline staffs its planes with bikini-clad flight attendants.
Headed by entrepreneur Nguy?n Th? Phuong Th?o, VietJet Air is Vietnam's first privately-owned airline and the world's first airline with bikini-clad flight attendants. Th?o's idea to switch up the flight attendants' uniforms has put her in the billionaires club, and the company has commanded over 30 percent of the airline market in Vietnam. And in response to critics, Th?o has said: "We don't mind people associating the airline with the bikini image. If that makes people happy, then we are happy."
16.The most expensive bikini in the world is made of diamonds.
The most expensive bikini in the world was created specifically for Sports Illustrated and Molly Sims in 2012. Designed by jeweler Susan Rosen, the two-piece is made of over 150 carats of flawless diamonds set in Platinum, and it is valued at more than $30 million.
17.The famous Star Wars bikini was painful to wear.
Every Star Wars fan remembers a young Carrie Fisher/Princess Leia in her slave bikini. But while most fans of the Force consider the golden get-up to be one of the most iconic outfits of the series, Fisher wasn't as fond of the wardrobe choice, as it was uncomfortable and didn't give her much wiggle room. "I had to sit very straight because I couldn't have lines on my sides, like little creases," Fisher told NPR about wearing the bikini.
18.The original monokini took the bikini to the next level.
If the Vatican thought that the bikini was sinful, then it's safe to assume that they definitely weren't fans of the monokini. Designed in 1964 by Rudi Gernreich, the monokini was basically a regular swimsuit—but where a top should've been, there were two thin straps instead. As you might imagine, the "topless bikini" didn't take off quite like the bikini did, and only two women ever wore the suit out in public (one of whom was arrested for doing so). The monokinis of today are slightly different—that is to say, you can actually wear them outside.
19.A New York mayor helped popularize the thong.
The thong might not cover much skin, but it's better than being naked, at least according to New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia. In 1939, he ordered exotic dancers and strip club performers to wear the new undergarment in order to dress more modestly for the World's Fair. This date, you might have noticed, precedes the invention of the bikini, which is why some historians credit LaGuardia with popularizing (and even inventing) the G-string.
20.Western tourists in Thailand once feared a man dubbed the "Bikini Killer."
In the 1970s, notorious criminal Charles Sobhraj wreaked havoc on tourists in Thailand. His first known murder occurred in 1975, when he and partner-in-crime Ajay Chowdhury silenced a bikini-clad American by drowning her in a tidal pool in the Gulf of Thailand. Not long after, Sobhraj killed yet another woman in a bikini, a French woman named Charmayne Carrou, and thus came to be known the Bikini Killer.
21.Someone made a solar-powered bikini.
In 2011, Brooklyn-based designer Andrew Schneider created a wearable unlike any other. Dubbed the Solar Bikini, his creation was just that: a bikini made of solar panels with USB sockets to charge your devices while you tan. According to Schneider, each solar-paneled swimsuit takes up to 80 hours to make—but if you suffer from a constantly drained battery, then the ends might just justify the means.
22.Seeing other women in bikinis makes women more insecure.
Women have a bad habit of comparing themselves to other women. Researchers from Chapman University recently found that seeing models in bikinis makes women insecure about their stomachs, their weight, their waist, their muscle tone, their legs, their thighs, and more. One woman told the researchers: "They all look so fit and healthy. I feel worse because there is nothing that I could do to look like them."
23.And that goes for men, too.
It's not just women who feel down in the dumps about their bodies thanks to mainstream media. One study published in Human Communication Research discovered that men who read magazines with spreads of bikini-clad women felt more insecure a year after reading them. The researchers speculate that these men felt inadequate after flipping through the magazines as they felt they would have to significantly step up their game to score such breathtaking women.
24.A burkini exists for women abiding by a modest dress code.
Why shouldn't Muslim women be able to go swimming, too? That's exactly what was going through Aheda Zanetti's head when she designed the burkini, a swimsuit that is modest enough for Muslim women to wear in the water. Though the burkini technically isn't a bikini in the traditional sense, the name is a portmanteau of burqa (a garment worn by Islamic women in public) and bikini.
25.Men can wear bikinis, too.
Because men can't let women have anything to themselves, they decided that they too needed a bikini. Dubbed the mankini, it's like the original monokini, but for men. Borat popularized the ungodly contraption in 2006, and beachgoers everywhere have had to suffer ever since.
26.Take a trip to Egypt and visit the women-only beach.
The burkini was a huge step forward for Muslim women, but some still desire to wear a real bikini out in public. The answer? La Femme. It's a women-only beach in Marina, Egypt, where Muslim ladies are free to sport a bikini without the threat of the male gaze.
27.An African-American woman first graced the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1997.
And her name was Tyra Banks. To date, only two other African-American women have ever had the same honor: Beyonce Knowles and Danielle Herrington.
28.A woman was arrested for wearing a swimsuit too form-fitting.
Before there was the bikini, there was Annette Kellerman and her snug swimsuit. In 1907, the Australian swimmer was arrested in Boston for wearing a swimsuit that accentuated her body too much. (For reference, during this time, most women were wearing layers upon layers of petticoats to the beach.)
29.There is a holiday just to celebrate the invention of the bikini.
Do you love the bikini as much as Pamela Anderson? Luckily, you can celebrate your love for the barely-there bathing suit on July 5th, otherwise known as National Bikini Day. It's the anniversary of the day in 1946 when Reard first introduced the modern bikini to the world!
30.The bikini was born in part thanks to World War II rations.
Rationing during World War II affected every industry, fashion included. When the war started, the government passed a law that required a 10 percent reduction in the fabric used for women's swimsuits. In response to this new legislation, swimsuit makers began to design two-pieces, though these versions of the two-piece swimsuits bared no skin.
What is Gooseneck Barnacles
Gooseneck barnacles are kind of scary to look at — their alien-like appearance conjures up images from the sci-fi realms of "Star Trek" or "Doctor Who." They're weird, but their oddity and scarcity make them a luxurious delicacy. Gooseneck barnacles, otherwise known as percebes, may look like their cousins that attach to docks, but taste much better, according to Food & Wine.
Per The Wildlife Trusts, this type of animal is considered a crustacean, related to lobsters and crabs. They are filter feeders that are dependent on water movement for feeding. The Nature Niche explains that there are two types of barnacles — those that live in shells and are basically glued onto the surface they decide to inhabit, and those, like gooseneck barnacles, that have stalks and use an antenna-like appendage to attach to rocks and crevices. This delicious ingredient has piqued the imagination of many curious diners, including those who originally named the animal.
What are gooseneck barnacles?
According to Atlas Obscura, gooseneck barnacles got their name centuries ago when medieval naturalists stumbled upon these claw-like sea creatures and thought they were goose eggs. They witnessed the crustaceans fall into the water and believed baby geese emerged fully formed from the dislodged barnacles.
The Nature Niche further corroborates this story, but also offers another origin, suggesting that the name is a result of people thinking that the way the stalk curved and the shape of the claw-like end gave the appearance of a goose's neck and head. CNM VIP Voice credits a 16th century English author named John Gerard for giving the moniker to this animal. Gerard wrote of this seafood, calling them, a "barnakle tree, or a tree bearing geese." With such an evocative name, it is hard not to imagine what this unique seafood tastes like.
Where do gooseneck barnacles come from?
According to CNN, this seafood is among the most expensive in the world and can go for as much as $125 a pound. Toronto Life reports that in Europe, a kilogram of gooseneck barnacles could yield $500. Their price is related to a limited supply and the risk a fisherman must face to obtain this delicacy.
This variety of seafood is most likely to be found off of Spain's Costa da Morte, or Coast of Death, per CNN. This ominous-sounding locale lives up to its name — gooseneck barnacles like to make their home on razor-sharp rocks where the waters are fierce and tumultuous. The more dangerous the spots yield tastier barnacles, making the gathering process of this ingredient that much harder. Gooseneck barnacle fishermen even have their own name — Percebeiros — and have the rare skill of jumping from their boats to these rocks to remove the shellfish and swim through underwater caves to find this commodity (via CNN).
What do gooseneck barnacles taste like?
According to those who have eaten gooseneck barnacles, they are quite tasty. Andrew Zimmern tweeted in 2016, "Foraged gooseneck barnacles, snails, crabs, and limpets. $100 dinner for 10 minutes work," per Twitter. According to the Travel Channel, Zimmern finds this seafood delicious, and he is not alone.
One New York Times reporter shared that the seafood reminded her of crabs, but evokes the taste of scallops to others. She likened the gooseneck barnacle's texture to octopus or the innards of a soft-shell clam. San Diego Food and Travel stated that the shellfish's texture is toothsome with a sweet-and-salty brine. If you can get past the appearance of this strange-looking sea fare, they taste pretty darn good. When you want to send your tastebuds on a journey, make sure to score some of these unique crustaceans for an unforgettable culinary experience.
How to cook gooseneck barnacles
You don't want to mess this seafood up when you cook it, especially considering their high price tag. According to San Diego Food and Travel, you need to eat the long neck of the animal. Preparing this ingredient can be quite simple. If you are going to serve these babies up as part of a tapas spread, as is quite often done in Spain, you can just boil your gooseneck barnacles in salted water, similar to how you would make pasta. When the water comes to a boil, toss in the sea creature and remove it right as the water starts boiling again. Some suggest serving this boiled shellfish with aioli.
When it comes time to eat, hold the gooseneck barnacle by the claw-like toe, remove the black sweater-like wrapping — it should peel right off — and chow down. Seasoned cooks might try pairing this seafood with chorizo and peas. Browne Trading suggests adding the barnacles to your soups and chowders.
Where to buy gooseneck barnacles
Gooseneck barnacles are a rarity, so don't expect to find them in your frozen or fresh fish sections at your local grocery store. According to Food & Wine, this seafood is harvested in the spring and fall in Spain and Portugal, making these seasons the prime time to sample the seafood. If you want to try fresh gooseneck barnacles from Iberia, you may want to check out an online source, like Browne Trading. A trip to Europe may not be economical and for those who want to try the ingredient in North America, you can occasionally find the item fresh in Vancouver. Oregon also contains gooseneck barnacles, which can be found on rocks in this coastal state and are harvested for commercial use, according to the University of Oregon. There are even efforts underway to find a sustainable way to farm this delicacy. If successful, perhaps everyone can enjoy these one-of-a-kind sea creatures.
If you do purchase gooseneck barnacles online, you will need to use them rather quickly. Jonathan Harris, the owner of the Spanish food supply company La Tienda, told Food & Wine that this type of shellfish is shipped alive and can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days. Unfortunately, they cannot be stored in water and must be kept somewhat dry.
Gooseneck barnacles nutrition information
Gooseneck barnacles are strange to look at, but a luxury dish worth trying. According to Fankal, gooseneck barnacles are low in calories, clocking in at just 66 calories per 100 grams. They also note that the ingredient contains 15.7 grams of protein per serving, in addition to 0.4 grams of fat and 0 grams of carbohydrates. A restaurant in Madrid called La Casa Gallega extols the virtue of consuming this seafood, claiming that the ingredient is rich in iodine, selenium, and iron. The nutrition content may change based on how you prepare the barnacles, and this ingredient can fit many diets on its own.
When you crave a new culinary challenge and want to enjoy a rare food, make sure to get your hands on a serving or three of gooseneck barnacles. This exquisite seafood may evoke the creatures found in a sci-fi movie, but their unique flavor can make anyone come back for seconds.
Wine - Facts
1. France, Italy, Spain and California are the largest producer of wine in the world.
2. Just to assure the guests that the wine is not poisoned, the host (during the time of ancient Greece) would consume the first sip of wine.
3. The risk of heart disease could be reduced by regular intake of wine but pretty moderately.
4. Romans first started mixing lead with wine in order to have a sweeter taste and longer preservation.
5. If the wine has been made with the grapes that were picked during a rainstorm, then it will taste dilute.
6. A wine bottle should never be stored in a kitchen or a refrigerator as where the one is too hot, the other is too cold.
7. Red wine suits best with red meat, similarly white wine suits fish and white meat.
8. As far as a traditional meal is concerned, the lighter wines are always served before heavier ones.
9. White wine should always be served at a lower temperature (45-50 degrees Fahrenheit) as compared to the red wine (50-60 degrees Fahrenheit).
10. Harvesting done in a single year produces a typical vintage wine whereas a nonvintage wine is the one which is blended for more than 2 years.
11. This is a myth that all wines improve with time? The fact is that very few would last longer than a decade.
12. Is it pretty easier to differentiate between a European wine and a non-European wine? The one which is named after the geographic locations is the European one while the other one is named after different varieties of grape.
13. There are different varieties of wine such as Red Wine, White wine, fruit wine etc.
14. The most delicate wine is the feminine wine whereas a big or full wine will always be referred as the masculine wine.
15. Italians believe that women having 2 glasses of wine (every day) usually have better sex as compared to the one who doesn’t drink at all.
16. The first female organization that was completely devoted to wine was started in 1988 by Italian women. The sole purpose of this organization was increasing the role of women in the Italian wine industry.
17. There are around 2.8 pounds of grapes inside a wine bottle. 60 cases of wine (720 bottles) could be made out of one ton of grapes.
18. If the world’s fruit crop is measured in terms of the acres planted then the number 1 rank would go the wine grapes.
19. Each vineyard and the wine is made unique by the combination of, type of soil, the climate, degree of slope and the particular exposure to the sun.
20. During ancient times, wineskins were the most common way to transport wine.
21. Soy sauce contains 10 times the antioxidants of red wine.
22. Drinking wine was forbidden for early Roman women and the husband was at liberty to divorce and even kill his wife if she was caught drinking it.
23. The sweeter wine has comparably more calories than a dry red or white wine.
24. Warm climate contributes largely to darker shades of wine whereas cooler climate result in lighter shades (especially in white wine)
25. Red wine has the tendency to loose color with time whereas white wine gains.
26. Only a rare Muscat or concord wine would taste like grape.
27. There is a unique third flavor whenever the wine and the food are paired together.
28. Wine made out of the frozen grapes was invented by the Germans.
29. The wine samples are analyzed by the wine chemists (Enologists).
30. Ancient Greece attributed the bubbles in wine to the evil spirits and the phases of the moon.
31. 55% of restaurant wine sales is represented by red wine alone.
32. Red wine helps in weight loss.
Body - Facts
The human body is a highly unique structure composed of different kinds of cells, tissues, muscles, and bones. In this list of Body Facts, you will learn how interesting our body really is.
1. Approximately 50,000 different scents are stored in the memory of the human nose.
2. The growth of facial hair is faster than the hair growth in other parts of the body.
3. Almost 600,000 particles of the human skin are shed every hour.
4. Up to 7,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 atoms combine to form an adult human body.
5. The heart beat changes according to the music that a person listens to.
6. There are 60 extra bones present in a baby’s body than in an adult.
7. All the bacteria in the human body would together weigh up to 4 pounds.
8. Fingernails grow faster than toenails.
9. An iron nail about 3 inches long can be made out of the iron in a human body.
10. Tiny mites are found in the human eyelashes.
11. The Masseter or the jaw muscle is the strongest muscle in the human body.
12. The human nose and ears never stop growing.
13. The electricity produced by the human brain when awake is sufficient to light up a bulb.
14. The heartbeat of women is faster than that of men’s.
15. In an average lifetime, a human body process around 100,000 pounds of food.
16. Blue-eyed people tolerate alcohol better.
17. About 10 million different colors can be differentiated by the human eye.
19. Almost 10% of the waking hours are spent on blinking.
19. About 40% of the body weight is borne by the big toe.
20. Almost 20% of the blood and oxygen in the body is used by the brain.
21. The tongue print of humans is as unique as that of the fingerprint.
22. About 31% of water constitute the human bones.
23. The bacteria in the human mouth outnumber the world population.
24. Life expectancy is reduced if a person sleeps less than 7 hours every night.
25. The human brain develops until past the age of late forties.
26. About 200 muscles in the human body actually help in taking just a single step.
27. The human heart is located in the middle of the body and not on the left side as believed.
28. The taste buds of the human tongue are replaced every 10 days.
29. People with higher IQ dream more.
30. The human fat cell may live up to a decade.
31. If the acid in your stomach came in contact with your skin, there would be a burnt hole on the skin.
32. The biological age of the body is hastened by consuming too much meat.
33. About 50% of the hand strength comes from the little finger or the “pinky”.
34. The fastest human sense is hearing, which takes less than 0.05 seconds to be recognized by the human ear.
35. The sense of hearing reduces after eating too much food.
36. About 0.2 seconds is all that is needed for the brain to recognize something touching your hand or foot.
37. An adult with the weighing of 150 pounds has a skeleton that weighs about 21 pounds.
38. Traces of gold can be found in the human hair.
39. An average human being may not remember 90% of their dreams.
40. The electrical impulse of the heart enables it to continue beating even when separated from the body.
Cats - Facts
Did you know… Cats are America’s most popular pets. With 88 million cats compared to 74 million dogs, cats are taking over the world one meme at a time. Learn more interesting cat facts from our list below.
1. Every year, nearly four million cats are eaten in China as a delicacy.
2. Approximately 24 cat skins can make a coat.
3. A group of cats is called a “clowder.
4. Cats sleep for 70% of their lives.
5. Cats can spend up to a third of their waking hours grooming.
6. Cats dislike citrus scents.
7. The longest cat ever measured 48.5 inches (1.23 m) when fully stretched out.
8. Cats have 230 bones, while humans only have 206.
9. Cats use their long tails to balance themselves when they are jumping or walking along narrow ledges.
10. Owning a cat can reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes by more than a third, researchers found.
11. Cats have a unique “vocabulary” with their owner — each cat has a different set of vocalizations, purrs and behaviors.
12. Cat breeders are called catteries.
13. The CIA spent US$20 million in the 60s training cats to spy on the Soviets. The first spy cat was hit by a taxi.
14. There are more than 70 cat breeds.
15. Cats have three eyelids.
16. In Korea and Japan, there is a Cat Cafe where you can go to drink coffee and hang out with cats for hours.
17. A fingerprint is to a human as a nose is to a cat.
18. The world’s smallest cat is called “Tinker Toy” and he’s just 2.75 inches (7 cm) tall.
19. The most popular pedigreed cat is the Persian cat, followed by the Main Coon cat and the Siamese cat.
20. Cats can’t see directly below their noses.
21. More than 86,000 people are injured by tripping over their cats and dogs every year in the U.S.
22. Cats cannot taste anything sweet.
23. Cats sweat through their paws.
24. Cats can dream. They produce the same brain wave patterns that we do when we dream.
25. Cats have sandpaper-like tongues that they use to clean groom themselves.
26. The first cloned cat was called “CC”, short for “Carbon Copy.”
27. Cats can get sick or die from eating chocolate.
28. The oldest breed of cat is the Egyptian Mau.
29. In Ancient Egypt, killing a cat, even accidentally, incurred the death penalty.
30. Cats make about 100 different sounds. Dogs make only about 10.
31. A cat can jump up to five times its own height in a single bound.
32. Many Egyptians worshiped the goddess Bast, who had a woman’s body and a cat’s head.
33. A cat’s jaw can’t move sideways, so a cat can’t chew large chunks of food.
34. Approximately 1/3 of cat owners think their pets are able to read their minds.
35. Cats have 32 muscles that control the outer ear (humans have only 6). A cat can independently rotate its ears 180 degrees.
36. Cats spend nearly 1/3 of their waking hours cleaning themselves.
37. The largest cat breed is the Ragdoll. Male Ragdolls weigh between 12 and 20 lbs (5.4-9.0 k). Females weigh between 10 and 15 lbs (4.5-6.8 k).
38. A female cat is called a queen or a molly.
39. The richest cat is Blackie who was left £15 million by his owner, Ben Rea.
40. A cat’s heart beats nearly twice as fast as a human heart, at 110 to 140 beats a minute.
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