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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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Atropine, along with scopolamine and hyoscyamine, is found in the Datura stramonium plant, which gives hallucinogenic effects and is also known as locoweed.
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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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People with high total cholesterol have about two times the risk for heart disease as people with ideal levels.
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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.