Sounds little shocking but the word 'candy' has been originated from the Sanskrit word 'Khanda' which means, a piece of sugar. Then years later, the Arabic word 'qandi' stepped one step closer. And hence, candies began to call so in the 13th century.

Palm trees have been associated with humans since the dawn of time. Archeological discoveries have revealed that the date palm was widely used in Mesopotamian society, both for food and for other purposes. Palm branches were given to triumphant champions of games and wars by the Romans as a symbol of victory.

A Helicobacter pylori bacterial infection frequently results in ulcers (H. pylori). Although it is unclear how it spreads, this bacteria is highly widespread. In the US, H. pylori infections affect close to 40% of the population. H. pylori generally doesn't cause any issues for people. Antibiotics can be useful in eradicating H. pylori when it does result in an ulcer.

According to a 2020 survey of over a thousand women conducted by Mumsnet and Gransnet, 36% of those who sought help from their GP for perimenopause symptoms and 26% of those who sought help for menopause symptoms visited their GP three times or more before being prescribed appropriate medication or help.

This may come as a surprise but the Gala was not always held at the Met. Actually, from 1948 until 1971, the Gala took place in different areas around New York City such as Central Park, the Waldorf Astoria, and the Rainbow Room.

William-Adolphe Bourguereau, a young crocheter (1825–1905) Despite a few extremely ancient crocheted artefacts, the practise was uncommon in Europe until the 1800s. According to an intriguing theory I've come across, knitting and crocheting both require more fibre than the other, and fibre production was challenging prior to the 1764 invention of the spinning Jenny.

Sleep lines may result from particular sleeping positions. These wrinkles have the potential to deepen over time. Avoid this by sleeping backwards in the sheets.

Being selected to have your own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is a big deal. It’s the ultimate sign of respect from the Academy and proof that you have truly made it. It’s also an expensive process. One of the many interesting facts about the Walk of Fame is that it costs money to have a star on the Walk of Fame. When a person is nominated, a benefactor must also pay for the star. How much does it cost you ask? Just a cool $40,000.

Shimla is an Earth tremor inclined Slope station. It falls in Seismic Zone IV. It can't endure focused energy Earth shudders. An overview led by Joined Countries Improvement program uncovered that most structures in the city, built as of late were fundamentally perilous and presented a danger to the neighborhood populace.

Alzheimer's disease is most frequently associated with memory loss, however this is not always the case, claims Alzheimer's Net. Keep in mind that Alzheimer's is caused by the quick loss of brain cells. This has an impact on many cognitive processes, including reasoning, memory, judgement, behaviour, and personality. Although memory loss is a common symptom, not everyone is equally affected.

Amalgam Comics was a DC Comics and Marvel Comics publishing brand in which the two comic book companies combined existing characters into new ones. Dark Claw, an amalgamation of Batman and Wolverine, was created. Superman and Captain America merged to form Super-Soldier. Characters such as Iron Lantern and Shatterstarfire may also appear.

Probiotic organisms can be yeasts (fungi), beneficial bacteria, or even organisms typically found in soil, according to the World Health Organization, who defines them as "live microorganisms which, when provided in suitable proportions, impart a health benefit on the host."

If your clip-ins become damaged over time, don't toss them out completely! If the wefts appear to be in good condition, you may simply extend its life by removing the broken clip and sewing in a new one.

Rio de Janeiro translates to "January River" in English. When the first explorers landed in Rio in January, they mistook the bay they arrived at (today known as Guanabara Bay) for the entrance of a river.

Lobsters have historically consumed one another while housed in the same cage, as if in a submerged Thunderdome, but they are now also reportedly doing it in the wild. In typical situations, adults will eat their young.

Only around 50% of PCOS patients are obese. Thin PCOS patients do have other features of PCOS like excess facial hair, irregular menstrual cycles, and anovulation. On ultrasound, there will be a polycystic pattern (multiple cysts) in the ovaries.

We are always told that chocolate causes tooth decay, but it actually prevents tooth decay. The antibacterial agents in the cocoa beans inhibit the growth of the cavity-causing bacteria in the mouth and prevent tooth decay. But yes! This doesn't give you the right to eat chocolates daily

The man responsible for the creation of arguably the most well-known cartoon character in the world, Mickey Mouse, was afraid of mice! Does it get any more ironic? Walt Disney had a deep-seated fear of the four-legged creatures. But he also saw them as sympathetic. That was why he choose to base Mickey on a mouse. It turned out to be a solid decision from Disney. Mickey Mouse helped turn Disney into one of the world’s biggest entertainment companies. 

Not only do dog owners live longer lives than non-dog owners, but they are also more likely to survive and recover from catastrophic health crises such as a heart attack or stroke. Why? According to the American Heart Association, "interacting with dogs can increase your production of 'happy chemicals' such as oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine." "This can result in a higher sense of well-being as well as a reduction in levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Having a dog can also help decrease blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as alleviate depression and enhance fitness."

While most people add roses to their gardens for their beauty, roses have a long history of being used as food and medicine. Roses are classified as "herbs," and as such, they are considered useful plants. Their petals are edible, and rose water (made by soaking the petals in water) is frequently used to flavor jellies and jams, as well as in Indian and Chinese dishes. Keep in mind that if you're going to eat roses, they should be chemical-free. Use roses that have not been sprayed with pesticides or other chemicals, and avoid using cut roses from a flower shop or supermarket because they have been grown with a variety of chemicals. It is possible to grow your own roses.

In 2013, the incinerated remains of 50,000 bones belonging to 63 men, women, and children were discovered at the site. These bones date from about 3,000 and 2,5000 BC. This shows that Stonehenge may have served as a burial place at some point in its history.

The rooftop of Central's HSBC Hong Kong building has two deflector rods. This is because the building faces the Bank of China building, which has sharp edges that are thought to cut and dilute good energy.

When asked what colour is their favourite, people all over the world consistently say blue. Blue is preferred by up to 40% of those polled, with purple being preferred by around 14%. Surprisingly, mosquitoes prefer blue to any other colour; they try to bite people wearing blue more than any other colour.

Contrary to popular belief, the last Egyptian queen was not born in Egypt. According to historians, Cleopatra VII (her official name) was Greek. She was a descendant of Ptolemy, Alexander the Great's Macedonian general.