A common misconception is that bloody gums are normal; however, if you find blood on your sink after your oral hygiene routine, take note. This could be an indication of gingivitis, a mild form of gum disease. The good news is that this stage of gum disease is reversible if properly treated by your NE Calgary dentist. We understand that flossing is the last thing on your mind when your gums are bleeding, but it is the most effective way to treat the source of infection and halt the progression of gum disease.

According to legend, it was discovered by a shepherd who had forgotten some milk in a skin container for a while and when he rediscovered it, it had already turned into what we now call yogurt.

More than 700 different versions of Cinderella have been collected from all over the world, and it has been translated into almost every language. In addition, it is the most popular pantomime on the British stage.

If you’ve watched your little kitty charging around the living room when they’re feeling lively you know that cats are pretty quick, but you won’t believe this cat fact. They can hit speeds of around 30mph which is so fast that they could beat Usain Bolt in a 200-meter dash!

The one-of-a-kind work of art depicting a 13th-century chronicler in Budapest's City Park appears to have miraculous powers. According to legend, touching the Anonymus' pen will bestow upon you great writing abilities. You may not believe in its magical abilities, but the pen's gleaming surface suggests that many others do.

Following Webster's death in 1843, George and Charles Merriam purchased the rights to revise An American Dictionary of the English Language, Corrected and Enlarged. In Springfield, Massachusetts, the two brothers printed and sold books, and their intellectual property purchase paid off. Merriams published the first revised Webster dictionary for six dollars in the fall of 1847. The book was a success, and the G. & C. Merriam Co. was renamed Merriam-Webster, Inc. in 1982. Merriam-Webster still publishes popular print and electronic dictionaries.

The alkaline nature of earthenware or clay pots neutralizes the acidic nature of food, maintains the pH balance, and makes food simple for you to digest. The clay pot not only improves the taste of our food but also adds minerals. Calcium, phosphorous, sulfur, magnesium, and a few other essential minerals are abundant in food cooked in earthen pots.

Austen had an affair with her neighbor Tom Lefroy when she was 20 years old, beginning in December 1895. Lefroy was a recent college graduate on his way to London to study law. Due to a lack of funds, Lefroy and Austen did not pursue their mutual attraction. In January 1896, Lefroy was sent away by family members who were unhappy with the match, and Austen never saw him again. Austen received her only known marriage proposal in December 1802 from Harris Bigg-Wither, the son of long-time family friends. Austen initially accepted, but the next morning she rescinded her acceptance. It's unclear why she changed her mind.

India has the most tribal groups. Madhya Pradesh is home to many ethnic groups and tribes, including the Gond, Bhil, Bagia, Korku, Bhadia, Malto, Kaul, Dhar, and many others. According to the 2011 census, the tribal/adivasi population accounts for 21.1 percent of the state's total population.

Neil Williams, a veteran of the Vietnam War, collaborates with Dieter, a Rottweiler service dog. Williams, who sustained a spinal injury during the war, is assisted in moving around by Dieter, who holds doors open and helps him get into and out of his wheelchair. Williams and Dieter have traveled to Washington, D.C. as representatives for the rights of crippled veterans as members of the board of directors of the New England chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America.

The Earth is 4.5 billion years old, and plants, most likely mosses and liverworts with shallow roots, may have colonized land as recently as 470 million years ago. Vascular plants appeared around 420 million years ago, but no plants grew higher than 3 feet (1 metre) off the ground for tens of millions of years after that.

Deer Woman is an animal spirit that appears throughout Native American art and mythology. She is sometimes depicted in animal form, sometimes human form, and sometimes both. Deer Woman is associated with love and fertility, but in contemporary tellings, she takes on a mischievous role. The spirit is known to seduce promiscuous men and leave them to die or waste away from longing.

Our spine comprises 33 vertebrae when we are born, but most of us end up with just 26. What becomes of them? Some of the vertebrae fuse together to create the sacrum (back of the pelvis) and coccyx as you become older (tailbone).

It was used for the execution of captives, including as Christians and Jews, as part of the Roman Triumph, as well as chariot racing. Historians estimate that the Circus Maximum could house 150,000 - 250,000 people at any given time. This implies it might house more spectators than North Korea's Rungrado May Day Stadium, the world's largest capacity stadium, which can hold around 114,000 people.

The official version at the time was that JFK's brain was simply "lost" during his autopsy. However, recently disclosed United States Government records showed in 2018 that his younger brother, Robert 'Bobby' Kennedy, had the brain discreetly destroyed to guarantee it was never shown in a museum.

Astronauts who return from space are 3% taller than when they left. Because of the lack of gravity, they are taller, and their cartilage discs expand in microgravity. You stand higher in the morning because your spine has been free of gravity's downward pull for 8 hours. The rest also allows your spinal disc cartilage to plump up, making you taller!

Flatfish are fish with a flat body and both eyes on one side of the head. Flatfish species found in Florida waters include flounder, sole, and halibut. Flatfish live on the bottom and are frequently partially submerged in sand or mud, waiting for food to swim past. Some flatfish species may alter their color to blend in with their environment.

One of the least expensive hobbies to start is this one. Regular metal hooks typically cost around 2.00 USD each, and you can buy yarn at a craft or big box store for less than 5.00 USD. You only need these two things to get started on a simple doll, hat, or scarf. Once you decide that crocheting is for you, you can always spend more money on better hooks and fancy yarn, but even the best materials are still very affordable when compared to many other hobbies. Check out this hook starter guide to get you going!

The majority of the outward indicators of aging on your skin are caused by the sun, which is why dermatologists have created the unique category of photoaging for sun damage.

The themes are determined by paying tribute to designers’ pasts and the theme of the upcoming exhibition. This year’s theme is Gilded Glamour which is heavily inspired by the Gilded Age that took place in New York from 1870 to the early 1900s.

Have you ever heard of sharing the DNA with Gorillas? But yes, we do. We share 98% of our DNA with Gorillas. This means that exposure to human illnesses, even a cold, can negatively impact the Gorillas as they are so much similar to us, genetically. Still, they haven't developed the necessary immunities. Interesting, isn't it?

Given that it is a plant, it is thought to be safe to use. However, you should exercise caution when consuming it as a supplement rather than the plant in its natural form. Because there are numerous companies providing ashwagandha pills, not all of them are created equal.

Who knew there was so much to know about kites? Aerial warfare has played an important role in history, particularly during both World Wars. Kites were the first air devices used to drop bombs on enemies before planes were invented, let alone used for war. They were also used to communicate and distribute messages through leaflets. Later in the nineteenth century, kites would be used to lift up a soldier for surveillance of their enemies and intelligence gathering.