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Deprogramming the Patriarchy, Metric Pirates, Earwax Types

The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week

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The Culture and Science of Earwax

This chapter explores the cultural significance and historical practices surrounding earwax cleaning, particularly in Asian cultures such as Japan. It delves into the biological makeup of earwax and its variations, along with the medical advice against excessive cleaning. The discussion also addresses the implications of earwax for hearing aid users and common misconceptions about ear hygiene.

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