Why do we have body hair? Science has the answer

Wondering why have hair on our bodies? Here's is the scientific reason behind the phenomenon.

Have you ever wondered why we have all that hair, especially in places that can be quite unsightly and difficult to get rid of? Well, while you might not like the presence of hair anywhere on your body, except your head, it is a way to protect you, keep you warm and even attract a mate. In this video by BuzzFeedYellow, you will see that the hair we all take so much effort to get rid of is actually necessary, and in some cases even important. So, will you go get a wax after this?

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