Dunk Your Biscuit Horizontally

A collection of quirky facts and tips, all backed by genuine academic researchAlways dunk your biscuit horizontally Drinking beer is good for the environment A wig is safer than a cycling helmet Based on international scientific research but presented in a tongue-in-cheek style, this book reveals startling truths guaranteed to change your life—or at least make you popular at dinner parties. Fascinating and often hilarious, it will open your eyes to the quirky science behind the everyday. Discover the best time of day to be operated on, how kissing is good for hay fever, how to appear more intelligent effortlessly, and many other tips for work and home, for eating and drinking, and for a better love life.