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The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.
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In the United States, there is a birth every 8 seconds, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Population Clock.
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Eat fiber! A diet high in fiber can help lower cholesterol levels by as much as 10%.
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Asthma cases in Americans are about 75% higher today than they were in 1980.
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Alcohol acts as a diuretic. Eight ounces of water is needed to metabolize just 1 ounce of alcohol.