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A Human's Sense of Smell Is Actually as Good as a Dog's
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A new report says humans' sense of smell is similar to other mammals'. HowStuffWorks looks at how the myth got started that ours was worse.
What does the body use water for?
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Water in your body helps make everything run smoothly. Find out all the ways your body uses water at HowStuffWorks.
How Nicotine Works
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Smoking or chewing tobacco makes many people feel good, even mildly euphoric. It's the nicotine that produces the buzz. Find out how nicotine affects the human body and what makes it so addictive.
How Food Cravings Work
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As you surf the Web, your mind is distracted by the thought of warm cookies floating in cold milk. Will this craving ever subside, or do you need chocolaty satisfaction ASAP?
The Amygdala: Gatekeeper of Human Fear
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at the amygdala, how it works and whether people can live without one.
How Sleepwalking Works
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Sleepwalking is an abnormal behavior that occurs while someone is sleeping. Learn more about sleepwalking and find out how sleepwalking is treated.
How Déjà Vu Works
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Déjà vu is the feeling that you have experienced a situation before even though you know you haven't. Learn about déjà vu and theories behind déjà vu.
How Dreams Work
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Dreams combine verbal, visual and emotional stimuli into mystifying storylines. Learn about dreams, the meaning of common dreams, REM and controlling dreams.
When you have an itch, what is happening under your skin?
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When you have an itch, what is happening under your skin? And, why does scratching make it go away?
Are lips the most sensitive part of the body?
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Are lips the most sensitive part of the body? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn if the lips are the most sensitive part of the body.