16 Fascinating Facts About Women’s Anatomy You Need to Know
Women’s bodies are magical masterpieces that never cease to amaze. After all, a woman’s body can create an entirely new life in just nine months! That feat alone is incredible and inspiring. And while you may already know all about how a woman can make a human, there are a few things you may not know about a woman’s body. Take a look at these incredible facts, and you will learn even more about how unbelievable a woman’s body can be.
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Women’s Muscles Are More Resilient
While it’s true that men often have more muscle mass than women, women’s muscles are, in fact, more resistant to fatigue. Several studies show that women score higher on the resilience scale, which means we’re able to bounce back quicker when it comes to exercise. This partly goes against the common belief that men are more powerful than women.
The Female Immune System Is More Powerful
Did you know that a woman’s immune system is stronger than a man’s? Research has repeatedly shown that women have a stronger immune system response to infections than men due to their enhanced capability of producing antibodies. This may be why we also tend to complain less when they are sick compared to men. Something you’ve surely noticed if you’ve been married for years.
One Breast Is Larger Than The Other
It’s very common for a woman to have one breast larger than the other. Not everyone can immediately recognize the difference in size, even though most women are fully aware of this and can easily tell you which one is larger without looking in the mirror! This can be due to several reasons, including genetics, hormonal changes, age, medical conditions, and fluctuating weight.
Women Cope Better With Stress
Sheba Online found that men tend to jump straight into ‘fight or flight’ mode, whereas women are more likely to sway toward the ‘treat and nurture’ mechanism when faced with a stressful situation. This begs the question around the irony of the term ‘man up’… So, next time someone says this to you, make sure to mention this research to teach them something useful!
More Prone To Bloating And Constipation
Cary Gastro highlighted that a woman’s anatomy means they are more prone to bloating and constipation. This is because women have a wider pelvis and additional organs such as the uterus and ovaries, making the passage a bit slower and more complex than it is for a man. This may explain why women spend so much time in the toilet compared to men!
Women Have Better Memory For Faces
Women also seem to be better at recognizing faces than men. This may be because they subconsciously spend more time analyzing people’s facial features. This can be useful in several situations, such as starting a new job with hundreds of new colleagues or recognizing people at huge parties. However, it doesn’t help with name memorization.
Higher Pain Threshold
Contrary to common beliefs, women also seem to have a higher pain threshold. This may be because we tend to experience pain based on our past experiences. While men tend to clearly remember pain experienced in the past, women tend to forget relatively quickly and do not seem influenced by it. Despite this, more research is needed to understand the true reasons behind this discovery.
Pregnancy Changes
And what about pregnancy? We all know that women’s bodies undergo impressive changes during this delicate phase as they are growing a little human inside their womb. But what are some of the body changes most women face during pregnancy? Women may experience swelling in their feet and legs, balance problems, and skin changes, just to mention a few.
Constant Hormon Changes
Do you remember that intense period of life in which your hormones seemed to have gone crazy? Yes, we are talking about teenagerhood. Even though women don’t experience this every month, they still go through pretty drastic hormonal changes every 28 days, causing shifts in energy levels, appetite, and fitness performance, just to mention a few.
Undetectable Virginity
Contrary to what some doctors want you to believe, virginity cannot be checked. There is not a single physical body change that may determine the virginity of a woman – or a man! The hymen is elastic enough to be penetrated without breaking but fragile enough to be lacerated with activities that have nothing to do with sexual intercourse. It’s time to let go of this damaging belief.
Women Don’t Lose That Much Blood
Many women think that they lose plenty of blood during their periods, but the truth is that the amount is not so huge. Most women lose less than 60 ml of blood throughout their menstruation cycle. This is roughly equivalent to four tablespoons. Not as much as most people think, right? If this sounds crazy to you is probably because you have not considered that most blood comes diluted in water.
Frozen Shoulder Syndrome
Have you ever heard of frozen shoulder syndrome? This condition is exactly what it sounds like, and it consists of an inflammation of the connective tissue in your shoulder, making it extra difficult for you to use your surrounding muscles. Unfortunately, three-quarters of the people suffering from this are women, even though we still don’t understand fully why.
More Sensitive To Crying Babies
Women are also more sensitive to babies crying, especially at night. This is due to the surge of oxytocin following childbirth. According to a recent study, the so-called ‘cuddle hormone’ is responsible for amplifying the cries of baby mice in mothers’ brains. So, if you have a baby and you wonder why your partner seems to never hear his cries at night, you now know why.
Better Multitasking Skills
We’ve all heard the old stereotype that women are better at multitasking, but is there some truth in it? Research shows that women are indeed better when it comes to performing different tasks at the same time. However, it’s important to remember that multitasking doesn’t necessarily mean more productivity. It is up to you whether you want to use this skill and keep focusing on one task at a time.
Breast Size Changes
Not only does one of our breasts tend to be larger than the other, but its measurements also change throughout our menstrual cycle. This is because, before our periods, hormones called estrogens tend to increase. This causes our milk ducts and glands to swell, trapping fluid in our breasts and causing swelling. This may also explain why women’s breasts tend to be more sensitive during this phase.
Naturally More Flexible
You may naturally know that women seem to be more flexible than men, but there is actually science behind it. Women have more collagen and elastin in their bones, which causes more muscle elasticity. This is why women tend to be able to do things like yoga, dance, and gymnastics with more ease than men. Simply as one woman and one man to touch their toes, and you will see the extra collagen at work!
