Speaking of how varying quantities of vitamin D are needed by different types of women, older women (and males) probably need more vitamin D. The NIH recommends 800 IU per day for both men and women over 70, as was previously noted.

Dresses had a "day" bodice with a high neckline and long sleeves and a "evening" bodice with a low neckline and short sleeves. There was little variation in dress length during this time period, and hemlines were either ankle-length or floor-sweeping.

According to American sociologists, children who learn to read by the age of eight have a lower chance of being imprisoned in the future. Furthermore, those children are less likely to use drugs or drop out of school. Isn't this helpful and interesting?

You might be tempted to take off the white flesh that lies between you and the luscious fruit as you peel back the grapefruit's outer skin. Pith is the term for that white flesh. And you might decide not to discard it.

To sprout the seeds for use in salads, just drop some whole chia seeds onto wet paper towels and leave the paper towels moist for one week. You'll end up with small sprouts that you may utilize whatever you choose. Some individuals feel that sprouted seeds have extra nutrition.

Several famous couples have won Oscars, but only one Hollywood family can claim to be truly Oscar-winning - The Minelli's. Liza Minelli, daughter of Vincente Minnelli (who won Best Director in 1959 for Gigi) and Judy Garland (who received a miniature Juvenile Award in 1940), won Best Actress for Cabaret in 1973.

Its origins are in the Greek words kalos, eidos, and skopios, which translate to "beautiful shape."

If you want to boost the bacteria in your bowel, eat a high-fiber diet or take fiber supplements. Fiber is a prebiotic that the bacteria can convert to healthy chemicals for nourishment (that can also help prevent colon cancer).

Your vitamin D levels must be within the recommended range to ensure healthy health. Adults require 20 to 30 nanograms (ng) per milliliter (ng/mL) of vitamin D in their blood, according to the NIH. Even though a test is required to determine whether your levels are in that range, doing so is not required unless you have a condition like osteoporosis, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

Niacinamide topical use is usually regarded as safe. An allergic reaction may be more likely to occur in people who already have allergies. This is due to the fact that niacinamide may trigger histamine release in your body.

Bruce Wayne, Batman's secret identity, was inspired by two historical persons. Scottish national hero Robert the Bruce: And Mad Anthony Wayne, a Revolutionary War hero:

This was the straight arcade sequel to Donkey Kong's original game. Mario, fed up with Donkey Kong's kidnapping, confines him in a cage. He had no idea Donkey Kong Junior would show there to help his father. Players must guide the young ape through numerous stages in order to save Donkey Kong. Are you still not persuaded that Nintendo meant Mario to be a villain in this game? The Japanese video game studio had given him a minor makeover, with a big nose, protruding chin, and curling moustache. He was designed to resemble a spindly silver screen villain who ties women to railroad tracks. In fact, if he wore a purple cap and shirt, he could pass for Waluigi.

Thermal insulation is a feature of silkworm cocoons that helps them withstand significant temperature changes outside. Silk textiles carry some of these effects over. This means that silk is the ideal temperature-regulating fabric all year round because it can feel cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Almost every pirate ship had its own set of rules that all pirates had to follow. This included how the loot would be distributed, who would be assigned which chores, and what was expected of everyone. One of the most common rules, believe it or not, was no fighting onboard. If two pirates disagreed, they would have to wait and fight on land.

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?

The Tonle Sap supports about half of Cambodia's agriculture and is a key fishing source. The incredible thing about this lake is that it regenerates in major areas throughout the rainy season when monsoon rains fall and flood the centre area between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.

This one from Amazing Facts About Hindi is one that practically everyone is familiar with. Simply put, Hindi is the simplest and most evolved form of Sanskrit.

Ferruccio was born on April 28th, making him a Taurus. Lamborghinis are called after bulls since the constellation is shaped like one. We're glad he wasn't born in late February/early March, otherwise we'd all belong over the Lamborghini Cichlid.

Though now famous as the piano player at Rick's Café Américain, Dooley Wilson, the actor who played Sam, was an experienced musician and bandleader—but not a piano player. He was a drummer and mimed the piano playing. "As Time Goes By" was dubbed in later.

The greenish-brown dots next to the antennae are lobsters' antennal glands, and it's common practice for them to urinate at one another during conflict or courtship. A male enters a pheromonal state of calm when the female, who initiates contact, repeatedly urinates in his shelter.

This only lasted until 2007 when the Burj Khalifa was built.

Bob Kane created Batman, but it was collaborator Bill Finger who added numerous essential elements that helped him become the iconic hero we know today, such as naming Gotham City, naming him Bruce Wayne, and completely revamping the original costume (a red bodystocking with a domino mask) with pointed ears, a black colour scheme, and a scalloped cape. Yet it wasn't until recently that DC Comics began crediting Finger as a co-creator.

Have you ever wanted to land on the moon but couldn't figure out how to do it because of rocket science? The beautiful settlement of Lamayuru, around 130 kilometres from Leh, is designed to look exactly like the moon's white surface! This breathtaking scenery, complete with a lovely Buddhist temple above, is a visual feast for the eyes. Two big festivals are held each year.