An illustrated treasury of facts and trivia about the human body, as well as curiosities, myths, and anecdotes about limbs, organs, senses, and secretions for readers of all ages.

This book is filled with fascinating facts and figures, busted myths and corrected misconceptions, amazing anecdotes and incredible feats of strength and endurance.  It is beautifully illustrated with hundreds of colorful artworks, photographs, and diagrams.

• More than 400 nuggets of information - drawn from anatomy, physiology, medicine, history and mythology - are sure to astound, amuse, inform and entertain.
• Find out the answers to those burning questions:  Why do men have nipples? Why do you get hot when you exercise?  Why can't you live forever?  What is the largest organ?
• Be amazed by the weird world inside your body:

more than 90% of the cells that make up you are bacteria...and most are essential to your life

there are cells inside your eye that recognizes faces

your body contains 45 miles of nerves

that small intestine's complex inner surface has an area greater than that of a tennis court.

• Discover incredible stories of the great scientists, doctors and even artists who have helped us understand our own bodies.
• Including practical tips such as how best to keep in good shape, how to control your appetite, how to spot certain diseases early, how to beat insomnia, and how to improve or reduce your chances of getting pregnant!