Archives for: Professor Hallux

Why do we dream?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: The human brain is a very mysterious thing. Most people dream, even...

Why do we itch? Why does scratching feel so good?

Why do we itch? Why does scratching feel so good?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: Hello Professor Hallux... What makes us itch? And why does...

Why do we cry when we’re sad?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: Of course we can cry when we’re happy too! Our tear glands - or...

Why do you get fluff in your belly button?

Why do you get fluff in your belly button?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: I’m glad you asked. There’s a very simple explanation. You...

Why aren't humans covered in fur?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: Great question! Let’s comb through the facts! Humans evolved from...

Why do grandparents have grey hair?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: Great question! Hair comes in all sorts of colours – yellow,...

What’s wrong with biting my nails?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: Fingernails do lots of important things - they protect our fingers,...

What’s the groove under my nose called and what’s it for?

What’s the groove under my nose called and what’s it for?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: The first part of this question is easy - it's called your...

What exactly is a fart and why do they smell?

What exactly is a fart and why do they smell?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say Good question even if it is a bit stinky! Basically farts are...

Why does sweat smell?

Here's what Professor Hallux has to say: It's weird isn't it! Sweat is mostly water and water doesn't seem...

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