The 7 Worst Epidemics in Human History

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Bubonic plague

The most famous pandemic around the world was called Black Death and claimed from 75 to 200 million people. This disease mainly affected Europe, Asia and Africa in the middle of the XIV century. In some regions and provinces, mortality was up to 90%. The plague was manifested by numerous bleeding ulcers in the body (the so-called «buboes») and high fever. Naturally, medieval treatment methods in the form of applying herbs and snake skin to wounds did not give the desired result, so the fight against a pandemic was difficult and protracted.

Top Slimming Stimulant Products

To lose weight, a sufficient number of all kinds of diets have already been invented. Most of them require tremendous willpower and, oddly enough, a considerable amount of money. But progress does not stand still and today scientists have compiled a list of products that will help get rid of extra pounds in the "background", simply by eating fat-burning foods.

What are these products made of? You will not believe!

At first glance, all these products are quite edible and appetizing and look so realistic that immediately there is a desire to sweep them off the plates without a trace. In fact, all this food is the work of the talented Japanese sculptor Seiji Kawasaki, who makes identical-looking food products from ... wood!

Facts From Behind the Scenes of Popular Films

Films immerse us in another reality, allowing us to enjoy unique characters, their incredible stories and an amazing world. But have you ever thought about what was happening behind the scenes of popular scenes? How the actors behaved, what they had to endure in preparation for the role and how they interacted with each other ... See all the most interesting facts in this collection!

What Happens if You Eat 2 Bananas a Day?

Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world. They are fourth in the list of the most valuable food crops and are grown in more than 105 countries. Despite the short shelf life, bananas are great as a healthy food. Largely due to the sweet taste and the rich amount of vitamins contained in it. But is everything as rosy as it might seem at first glance? Find out what happens if you eat 2 bananas a day!

How Different Animals See the World

Everyone probably has long known that animals see this world differently from humans. Some may even know what exactly is changing in the visual perception of a snake, cow or turtle. But sometimes knowing in words is sometimes not enough, so we offer you to see everything with your own eyes!