Hyperthyroidism leads to an increased rate of metabolism and affects about 1% of women but only 0.1% of men. For most people, this increased metabolic rate causes the thyroid gland to become enlarged (known as a goiter).
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Everyone has one nostril that is larger than the other.
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Thyroid conditions cause a higher risk of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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Allergies play a major part in the health of children. The most prevalent childhood allergies are milk, egg, soy, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, and seafood.
Structure of the enzyme chymotrypsin, a globular protein
Structure of chymotrypsin
Catalysis of peptide bond hydrolysis by chymotrypsin (part 1)
Catalysis of peptide bond hydrolysis by chymotrypsin (part 2)
The structure of chymotrypsin and the serine protease catalytic triad