You know, we could have lived our whole lives without learning this.

The CDC just released a statement on why you sometimes get red, itchy, burning eyes when you go swimming in a pool. If you always assumed (like we did) that it was because of the chlorine, you're wrong. It's caused by all of the people peeing in the water.

So. Gross.

Why is that the culprit? Well, chlorine binds itself with the bacteria it's trying to kill and that includes bacteria found in pee and sweat. The chemical bonds that are created are actually irritants that can sting your eyes.

Unfortunately, there's nothing you can do to avoid it because people are gross and you can't stop them from peeing in pools.

But, you can help out by showering before going in the pool and, you know, not peeing in it!

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