The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.
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Russia has the highest death rate from cardiovascular disease followed by the Ukraine, Romania, Hungary, and Poland.
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The B-complex vitamins and vitamin C are not stored in the body and must be replaced each day.
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Eat fiber! A diet high in fiber can help lower cholesterol levels by as much as 10%.
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Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.
