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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
Coca-Cola originally used coca leaves and caffeine from the African kola nut. It was advertised as a therapeutic agent and "pickerupper." Eventually, its formulation was changed, and the coca leaves were removed because of the effects of regulation on cocaine-related products.
For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.
When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.
The calories found in one piece of cherry cheesecake could light a 60-watt light bulb for 1.5 hours.