22 Jun, 2025
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The Unexpected Origins Of Human Fingernails – From Claws To Nails – Health Digest

Mikheyeva Volha/Shutterstock Human fingernails serve many purposes. This strong coating on our fingertips helps protect our fingers during gripping, which also shields us from infections since we’re less at risk for injury. They additionally aid with fine motor movements like scratching, separating, and picking up objects. They […]

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The Unexpected Origins Behind The Big Toe – Health Digest

Brizmaker/Getty Images When it comes to the human body, much of it makes sense. For example, hands are necessary to grab and hold things; we wouldn’t be able to walk without our feet; and the reason we have eyelashes and eyebrows is to protect our eyes from dust, […]

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The Unexpected Origins Of Human Teeth: From Skin Scales To Bone – Health Digest

Moyo Studio/Getty Images You hardly give them any thought, yet throughout the day, your teeth play critical roles in your life. Enabling you to enunciate words properly, chew food for better digestion, and greet other human beings without having to utter a single sound, the teeth are unsung […]