Curiosity Weekly Adult Bedtime Benefits, Cerberin Toxin, and A Word to Convince Others You’re Not A Robot
Oct 17, 2018
Discover the surprising health benefits of sticking to a regular bedtime as adults, potentially guarding against obesity and heart disease. Delve into the deadly secrets of the Cerbera odollam tree, whose toxic seeds are often linked to tragic outcomes. Lastly, learn about a quirky study that highlights how the words 'love' and 'poop' can successfully convince others of your humanity in a Turing test. Join for an enlightening blend of health tips, dangerous plants, and human quirks!
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Regular Bedtime
- Maintain a regular bedtime for better health.
- Irregular sleep is linked to various health issues like weight gain, high blood pressure, and depression.
Cerberin Toxin
- The Cerbera odollam tree, also known as the 'suicide tree', contains a potent toxin.
- Cerberin, found in the pong pong seeds, can be fatal if ingested and is difficult to detect.
The Word 'Poop'
- In a minimal Turing test, 'poop' was surprisingly effective in convincing people of humanness.
- It outperformed words like 'love', 'human', and 'alive' when paired against computer-generated words.