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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
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Thyroid conditions cause a higher risk of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
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Studies show that systolic blood pressure can be significantly lowered by taking statins. In fact, the higher the patient's baseline blood pressure, the greater the effect of statins on his or her blood pressure.
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Alcohol acts as a diuretic. Eight ounces of water is needed to metabolize just 1 ounce of alcohol.