For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.
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The average human gut is home to perhaps 500 to 1,000 different species of bacteria.
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Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.
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The first monoclonal antibodies were made exclusively from mouse cells. Some are now fully human, which means they are likely to be safer and may be more effective than older monoclonal antibodies.
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There are more sensory neurons in the tongue than in any other part of the body.