The human body is truly remarkable, even though we often overlook just how amazing it is. When we’re in pain or feeling unwell, it’s easy to get frustrated and question what our bodies are really good for.
There are plenty of body parts that play essential roles in making life easier and more enjoyable, like our hands, arms, and legs. Without them, many of our favorite activities wouldn’t even be possible.
However, there are also a few body parts we’re born with that seem to serve little to no purpose. For instance, some of us need to have our wisdom teeth removed if they cause discomfort, or our appendix and tonsils taken out if they become infected. Removing these parts doesn’t harm us in any way.
So why do we have these body parts, you might wonder? What are they actually doing?
Well, don’t worry! We’ve put together a list of seven body parts that most of us still have, even though they’re often considered useless. Keep reading to discover how fascinating our bodies truly are.
1) Goosebumps
Goosebumps often appear when we’re scared or cold, but interestingly, they don’t actually help with either of those things.
2) Palmaris Longus Muscle
You might not be familiar with the Palmaris Longus, but if you flex your hand in a specific way, you’ll notice it. It shows up as a muscle line that protrudes in the middle of your forearm.
3) Appendix
If you’ve had appendicitis, chances are you’ve had your appendix removed. And we’re pretty sure you’re doing just fine without it!
4) Wisdom Teeth
No, these teeth definitely don’t make us any wiser. They’re just a third set of molars that most people’s mouths don’t have enough space to accommodate.
5) Third Eyelid
It might sound a bit unsettling, but we all have a leftover third eyelid called the nictitating membrane. Its job is to help spread tears and protect our eyes from dust.
6) External Ear-Orienting System
This refers to the muscles in our ears that help us hear more precisely. If you can wiggle your ears, you’re actually using your external ear-orienting system.
7) Coccyx
Known as the tailbone, the coccyx is often seen as the last reminder that our ancestors might have had tails. Today, though, it doesn’t serve much of a function.
And there you have it – seven body parts we all still have, even though they’re often considered useless. Have you had any of them removed, or do you still have them all?
The human body truly is amazing, right? There are probably countless other organs we don’t even realize exist!
We’d love to hear what you think about this list. Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences in the comments!
