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Many people have small pouches in their colons that bulge outward through weak spots. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. About 10% of Americans older than age 40 years have diverticulosis, which, when the pouches become infected or inflamed, is called diverticulitis. The main cause of diverticular disease is a low-fiber diet.
Disorders that may affect pharmacodynamics include genetic mutations, malnutrition, thyrotoxicosis, myasthenia gravis, Parkinson's disease, and certain forms of insulin-resistant diabetes mellitus.
Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
The B-complex vitamins and vitamin C are not stored in the body and must be replaced each day.
Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.