The word drug comes from the Dutch word droog (meaning "dry"). For centuries, most drugs came from dried plants, hence the name.
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Individuals are never “cured” of addictions. Instead, they learn how to manage their disease to lead healthy, balanced lives.
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More than 150,000 Americans killed by cardiovascular disease are younger than the age of 65 years.
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The shortest mature adult human of whom there is independent evidence was Gul Mohammed in India. In 1990, he was measured in New Delhi and stood 22.5 inches tall.
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There are actually 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 essential amino acids, and three essential fatty acids that your body needs every day.
Wearing safety equipment is essential at all ages
Amino Acids
Basic Amino acids
Amino sugars are found in many polysaccharides
b-Oxidation pathway for polyunsaturated fatty acids