As the western states of America were settled, pioneers often had to drink rancid water from ponds and other sources. This often resulted in chronic diarrhea, causing many cases of dehydration and death that could have been avoided if clean water had been available.
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The people with the highest levels of LDL are Mexican American males and non-Hispanic black females.
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Everyone has one nostril that is larger than the other.
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The human body produces and destroys 15 million blood cells every second.
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Limit intake of red meat and dairy products made with whole milk. Choose skim milk, low-fat or fat-free dairy products. Limit fried food. Use healthy oils when cooking.
Global Stratification: Income of the World's Nations
How the Distribution of Education Affects the Distribution of Income
Relationship between Income Inequality and the Desired Tax Rate
Effect of an Exogenous Shift in Income
Income per Capita versus Total Fertility Rate
Relationship between Income per Capita and Population Growth