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The first-known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used in Egypt in 2000 BC. Condoms were also reportedly used, made of animal bladders or intestines.
An identified risk factor for osteoporosis is the intake of excessive amounts of vitamin A. Dietary intake of approximately double the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, by women, has been shown to reduce bone mineral density and increase the chances for hip fractures compared with women who consumed the recommended daily amount (or less) of vitamin A.
There are more bacteria in your mouth than there are people in the world.
People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.
Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.