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Aspirin is the most widely used drug in the world. It has even been recognized as such by the Guinness Book of World Records.
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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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In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.
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According to research, pregnant women tend to eat more if carrying a baby boy. Male fetuses may secrete a chemical that stimulates their mothers to step up her energy intake.
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Many of the drugs used by neuroscientists are derived from toxic plants and venomous animals (such as snakes, spiders, snails, and puffer fish).