In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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Coca-Cola originally used coca leaves and caffeine from the African kola nut. It was advertised as a therapeutic agent and "pickerupper." Eventually, its formulation was changed, and the coca leaves were removed because of the effects of regulation on cocaine-related products.
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Thyroid conditions may make getting pregnant impossible.
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The familiar sounds of your heart are made by the heart's valves as they open and close.
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The human body produces and destroys 15 million blood cells every second.
Proton hopping
Conjugate acid-base pairs consist of a proton donor and a proton acceptor
Charge development is unfavorable and can be circumvented by donation of a proton
Proton Pump Inhibitors
The presence of large areas of methane hydrate
When exercising outdoors, especially on a hot, sunny day, it is important to stay adequately hydrate