Er.. you've got me doubtfull of my answer here. According to biologists the animal I'm thinking of has the longest regular yearly hibernation - the length of which varies according to altitude.
Marmots? They've been known to hibernate for up to 8 months. Koalas sleep for ten months of the year - but as it's not all at once, I suppose that doesn't count as hibernating.
The Marmot is the answer I was looking for. In the Alps they hibernate for about 8 months and slightly longer in parts of Canada. In extreme circumstances some animals can hibernate for longer - snails can hibernate for years if there is absolutely no rain, but the Marmot has the longest regular hibernation. Over to you BB.
Being unclear as to whether the question asks why do beans make you fart ? Or why are they good for your heart ? Or, why is farting good for your heart ? I will attempt to answer all 3. beans contain sugar substances with large molecules which are not broken down and absorbed (digested) by the small intestines (as is the case with other sugars). They reach the large intestines intact where they are broken down by bacteria which in turn produces gas. This process also occurs with parsnips, or with any process such as eating too quickly, or the results of stress which cause foodstuffs to go through the digestive system too quickly. Beans and also Peas help bind cholesterol which answers the second question. The activation of hydrogen sulfide gas in the body can also prevent high blood pressure - and helps to relax the blood vessels - partly explaining why farting, although unpleasant for others and releasing methane in the atmosphere, is somehow pleasurable for the person concerned. Hence the expression 'Nothing like a good fart'. This is not to suggest however that everything that makes us fart is also good for the heart !
O.K. Without looking at any maps or googling, what is missing from the following sequence ? North Harrow - Harrow on the hill - Preston Road - Wembley Park - Finchley Road
As one who lived many years in Northwood and used this line several times a week, I'd say it's the hospital station, Northwick Park.
O.K. I'll have a go at this one. The Beatles filmed the opening of 'A Hard days night' at Marylebone Station. Although having absolutely no knowledge of cricket I do just about know of Marylebone cricket club. The church of St. Mary - le - bow comes into the nursery rhymn oranges and lemons - is that the connection ?
