The hottest Anatomy Substack posts right now

Intelligence correlates with preference for breasts over buttocks in men globally
African ancestry is linked to a higher preference for buttocks over breasts
Search data from Google and Pornhub show interesting patterns in body preference

Cuckoldry in history is related to natural history and terms like 'horny' stem from old German farming practices.
The concept of 'wearing horns' generated a vocabulary around cuckoldry and male infidelity.
Slang terms for male reproductive organs and impotence reveal societal attitudes about virility and masculinity.

Our ancestors were successful in evolution, leading to our existence today. Every single one of us is part of a long line of evolutionary success.
Mammals have evolved unique traits such as mammary glands, four-chambered hearts, and specialized teeth, making them distinct from other species.
The mammalian brain has evolved to be large, well-connected, and specialized, with a balance between autonomy and integration, as shown in the structures like the forebrain and the corpus callosum.

Research suggests it's better for the environment to buy conventionally grown food than grow it yourself.
Shoulders have an interesting origin connected to skeletal evolution.
Author Edith Wharton's work gets a new appreciation over time.

Not all LLMs are equal in understanding basic human anatomy
The diaphragm is a crucial structure in human anatomy responsible for breathing
Understanding the correct anatomical level of structures like the caval opening is essential in medical contexts

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