In 1835 it was discovered that a disease of silkworms known as muscardine could be transferred from one silkworm to another, and was caused by a fungus.
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Approximately one in three babies in the United States is now delivered by cesarean section. The number of cesarean sections in the United States has risen 46% since 1996.
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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
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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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It is important to read food labels and choose foods with low cholesterol and saturated trans fat. You should limit saturated fat to no higher than 6% of daily calories.