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Popular broadcast health authority Xenakis, who heads the Technical Device Section of the Consumer Education Committee of the Food and Drug Administration, here explains in brief, entertaining essays the reason for involuntary body reactions and physical ""messages"" from belching to yawning, and from itches to the ""butterflies"" associated with stage fright, along with taste and touch sensations that please, surprise or, like tremors in old age, distress us. The author crams a great deal of data into his lighthearted commentary, including causes and remedies. For instance, according to Xenakis, goosebumps are a legacy from our Neanderthal ancestors, laughter releases chemical painkillers, and sneezing is related to ejaculating. Readers will find explanations for whatever body quirks puzzle them--and lots of amusement. Major ad/promo; author tour. (May)