There are many superstitions and popular beliefs associated with the full moon. One of the most common prejudices associated with werewolves is a classic example associated with this phenomenon.
Whether you believe in werewolves or not, scientists have repeatedly proven that the full moon affects all people and animals in one way or another. Some data are difficult to explain, but the fact remains that something magical and strange happens on a full moon.
It is possible that you yourself have already paid attention to any changes during this period associated with mood or health. And sometimes strange things happen! Have you encountered the phenomena described below?
The full moon affects the menstrual cycle
In 2011, the scientific journal Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica published some interesting research results. The full moon has been proven to affect the menstrual cycle in women aged 16-25. The reasons for this phenomenon have not yet been fully studied, but the fact that the cycle can go astray is 100% proven.
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Sea turtles lay eggs
There are some species of turtles that wait for the tide during the full moon, as they become very active during this period. They can't wait to go ashore and lay their eggs. And it is desirable that the tides are strong. This will help to lay the eggs in a safer place away from water.
Fertility rises
And a lot of research has been done in this area. Thanks to the results obtained, we can find out that during the full moon, the number of births increases compared to the rest of the periods. Statistics show that the highest birth rate is constantly recorded just during the full moon. This is not an explainable phenomenon, but the numbers do not lie.
Worsening sleep
To prove this fact, studies were carried out, during which scientists monitored the brain activity of sleeping people. It has been proven that it takes longer to fall asleep during the full moon than during other phases of the moon. There was also lower brain activity during deep sleep and a shorter sleep time. Unfortunately, there hasn't been a lot of research to investigate this question in more detail, but if you're having trouble sleeping around the time of the full moon, take that into account.
Birds start to "talk" differently
The behavior of animals during the full moon varies greatly. For example, an eagle owl uses its white feathers around its neck to communicate with other birds at night. During the full moon, this activity increases because it is easier to see in the moonlight.
Emergency rooms are getting 'hot'
Many doctors believe that the full moon does affect the number of hospitalized patients, as well as the unusualness of the injuries they see.
While it is difficult to find a way to prove a definite relationship, it has been hypothesized that the mere beauty of the moon causes people to leave their homes, thereby exposing them to risky situations. If a person had stayed at home watching TV, this would not have happened.
The crime rate is on the rise
According to statistics, the number of crimes committed during the full moon is much higher than during other phases of the moon. The simplest explanation is that the illumination at night during this period is simply wonderful, and therefore the criminals are more active in all sorts of atrocities. Although we have no right to discard mystical versions.
Mood changes
It turns out that the attraction of the moon may well influence our emotions. Sensitive people are especially vulnerable.
People recover faster
It has been shown that patients who underwent heart surgery during the full moon were more likely to survive. In addition, they were discharged from the hospital several days earlier than the others.
The activity of predators decreases
Due to the abundance of light during the full moon, potential victims of predators hide more reliably, so the latter have to moderate their ardor. This may sound strange, given the fact that there are so many mystical legends about the full moon.
Victoria Ivashura