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For about 100 years, scientists thought that peptic ulcers were caused by stress, spicy food, and alcohol. Later, researchers added stomach acid to the list of causes and began treating ulcers with antacids. Now it is known that peptic ulcers are predominantly caused by Helicobacter pylori, a spiral-shaped bacterium that normally exist in the stomach.

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The B-complex vitamins and vitamin C are not stored in the body and must be replaced each day.

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About 100 new prescription or over-the-counter drugs come into the U.S. market every year.

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There are more sensory neurons in the tongue than in any other part of the body.

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Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.

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