Why do people take life-threatening risks for a wheel of cheese? While many are ardent cheese enthusiasts, this activity takes love for cheese to new heights. Cheese Rolling, a historic English sport, challenges participants to chase a 4 kg (9 lb) cheese wheel down a steep hill. The first to reach it claims victory. It might sound straightforward, but serious injuries are possible. What kinds of injuries might you encounter during this daring pursuit?

00:00 - Introduction to cheese rolling's thrill
01:57 - Preparing your muscles
02:33 - Techniques for downhill running
03:08 - The art of falling safely
04:23 - Competing on the big day

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Organ transplants are life-saving procedures. Many people choose to donate their organs after death, but living donations are also possible. What organs can be donated while still alive, and how much can we give to others?

00:00 - Introduction to full organ transplants

01:00 - Liver and lung transplants

02:39 - Kidney and pancreas donations

04:07 - Heart and eye transplants

05:26 - Skin and face transplants

06:59 - Brain transplantation

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The "no-poo" movement encourages avoiding traditional shampoo in favor of alternative cleaning methods, such as baking soda, apple cider vinegar, or simply using conditioner. This approach is about minimizing chemical use and preserving natural oils on the scalp. But what happens if you go a full year without applying anything to your hair, including water? Discover how your hair might respond to this drastic change and what condition it might be in after a year.

Timeline of Key Moments:

00:00 - Introduction to the Year-long Hair Experiment

01:13 - The Role of Good Oils

02:03 - Function of Sebaceous Glands

02:32 - Insights on Malassezia Furfur

02:44 - Understanding Slow Hair Growth

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Imagine waking up in complete darkness—you're buried alive! How would you survive? The scenario, while rare today, was more common in the past due to less advanced medical diagnostics and frequent misdiagnoses. Coffin makers even designed devices like emergency bells to help the mistakenly buried alert the living.

But does accidental burial still occur? What could happen to your body if you were buried six feet underground?

Key Topics Covered:

• 00:00 - Introduction to Being Buried Alive
• 01:17 - Determining if You're Dead or Alive
• 02:10 - Understanding Taphophobia
• 03:00 - Prevention Methods
• 03:58 - Survival Duration

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Mold is a microscopic fungus found in both plant and animal products. It spreads rapidly and produces spores that can withstand even harsh conditions, such as those in your refrigerator. Unlike bacteria, mold is visible to the naked eye, often appearing in green, black, or white colors. But which types of mold are safe to eat?

This episode explores the consequences of consuming mold, including:

• Immediate symptoms: What happens right after ingesting mold?
• Allergic reactions: How can mold trigger allergies?
• Severe cases: Understanding the potential dangers of mold consumption.
• Safe mold: Discovering which molds are safe to eat.

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Discover the intriguing and controversial trend known as 'high meat,' where people consume rotten meat, believed by some to be highly nutritious. What's the appeal of this unusual diet?

Throughout history, various cultures have enjoyed processed meats, such as dried, cured, or jerky varieties. While fermented meats are methodically prepared to preserve them, rotten meat is simply spoiled.

Key Moments:

• 00:00 - Discussion on consuming rotten meat
• 01:14 - Opportunivores and their eating habits
• 01:33 - The role of microbes and mold
• 02:29 - Botulism risks
• 03:24 - Potential for hallucinations or delirium
• 04:13 - Food poisoning caused by Staphylococcus bacteria

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Pregnancy is not just a physical journey; it brings hormonal and emotional changes too. Discover how to ensure a healthy baby and learn about unexpected changes, like how pregnancy could alter your shoe size. The journey lasts between 37 and 42 weeks, divided into three trimesters, each around three months. If you're expecting, you might be curious about the lifestyle adjustments needed.

Explore the stages of pregnancy with this timeline:

• 00:00 - Overview of pregnancy changes
• 01:40 - Insights into the first trimester
• 03:08 - What to expect in the second trimester
• 04:22 - Understanding the third trimester

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We've always been taught the significance of brushing our teeth regularly. It's a part of our daily habits. But what if you stopped this vital routine? How would it impact your oral health? Could it lead to tooth loss?

Timeline Key Moments:

• 00:00 - The effects of halting tooth brushing
• 01:26 - Rise of harmful bacteria
• 02:43 - Enamel deterioration
• 03:06 - Onset of gingivitis
• 03:43 - Development of periodontitis
• 04:35 - Connection to chronic kidney disease

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Discover some of the most bizarre and extreme diet fads that promise quick weight loss, such as the Cotton Ball Diet and the Baby Food Diet. But are these methods truly healthy? Learn about the potential symptoms and health risks associated with these weight loss trends.

Important Note: This content is for educational purposes only. We do not endorse or encourage trying these diets.

Timeline of Topics Covered:

• 00:00 - Introduction to Extreme Diet Fads
• 00:52 - Baby Food Diet
• 01:52 - Fletcherizing Diet
• 02:06 - Five-Bite Diet
• 02:58 - Grapefruit Diet
• 03:39 - Military Diet
• 04:18 - Cabbage Soup Diet
• 05:11 - The Master Cleanse
• 06:06 - Cotton Ball Diet
• 06:52 - Tapeworm Diet
• 07:39 - Werewolf Diet

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Pushing human limits is thrilling, even without prior training. Endurance is a crucial skill for athletes, whether it's running long distances, maintaining tough positions, or scaling mountains without ropes. Discover three of the toughest endurance challenges featured.

00:00 - Introduction to Endurance Sports
01:05 - Marathon Without Training
06:42 - Squatting for 24 Hours
13:07 - Free Climbing Adventure

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