We have an average life expectancy of 66 years compared to the average right-hander s of 77, according to Smithsonian Magazine. Two brains Studies show that handedness has a direct correlation with the brain. The left brain, which controls the ability to speak and is concerned with complex arithmetic problems, controls the right side of the body. The right brain, which is able to recognize expression and emotion, musical rhythm, and melody, controls the left side. The other side of the coin Most lefties agree, however, that being left-handed has its benefits too.
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Some famous southpaws include Babe Ruth, whose home run record lasted for 30 years and tennis players Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe. I m not trying to put down right-handed people because they ve got some pretty good attributes as well. But I hope that nine out of ten of you who read this can appreciate what problems left-handers must go through.