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Certain rare plants containing cyanide include apricot pits and a type of potato called cassava. Fortunately, only chronic or massive ingestion of any of these plants can lead to serious poisoning.
More than 2,500 barbiturates have been synthesized. At the height of their popularity, about 50 were marketed for human use.
Oxytocin is recommended only for pregnancies that have a medical reason for inducing labor (such as eclampsia) and is not recommended for elective procedures or for making the birthing process more convenient.
The calories found in one piece of cherry cheesecake could light a 60-watt light bulb for 1.5 hours.
The heart is located in the center of the chest, with part of it tipped slightly so that it taps against the left side of the chest.