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Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.
Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.
During pregnancy, a woman is more likely to experience bleeding gums and nosebleeds caused by hormonal changes that increase blood flow to the mouth and nose.
The highest suicide rate in the United States is among people ages 65 years and older. Almost 15% of people in this age group commit suicide every year.
Side effects from substance abuse include nausea, dehydration, reduced productivitiy, and dependence. Though these effects usually worsen over time, the constant need for the substance often overcomes rational thinking.