Pope Sylvester II tried to introduce Arabic numbers into Europe between the years 999 and 1003, but their use did not catch on for a few more centuries, and Roman numerals continued to be the primary number system.
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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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Calcitonin is a naturally occurring hormone. In women who are at least 5 years beyond menopause, it slows bone loss and increases spinal bone density.
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The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
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It is difficult to obtain enough calcium without consuming milk or other dairy foods.
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