Random Facts 17

1. The kernel of the tree ‘Myristica Fragans’ is called nutmeg.
2. Scarlet O’Hara’s real first name was Katie.
3. A person who is scoptophobic has an intense fear of being seen.
4. If laid out in a straight line, the average adult’s circulatory system would be long enough to circle the Earth two and a half times.
5. Scientists have found chocolate has a chemical that helps counteract depression.
6. Children born in May are, on average, 200 grams heavier at birth than children born in any other month.
7. Plain vanilla is the favourite flavour of ice cream, making up 29% of all sales.
8. A camel can shut it’s nostrils during a desert sandstorm.
9. Facial hair is the fastest growing hair on the body.
10. The Nobel Peace Prize medal depicts three naked men with their hands on each other’s shoulders.