Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.
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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.
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Pregnant women usually experience a heightened sense of smell beginning late in the first trimester. Some experts call this the body's way of protecting a pregnant woman from foods that are unsafe for the fetus.
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The strongest synthetic topical retinoid drug available, tazarotene, is used to treat sun-damaged skin, acne, and psoriasis.
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Long-term mental and physical effects from substance abuse include: paranoia, psychosis, immune deficiencies, and organ damage.
A full-term pregnancy. Image illustrates position of the fetus and the structures associated with pr
Chemical structures of four amino acids
A midline view of the posterior and anterior pituitary and surrounding structures.