More than 2,500 barbiturates have been synthesized. At the height of their popularity, about 50 were marketed for human use.
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Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).
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Oxytocin is recommended only for pregnancies that have a medical reason for inducing labor (such as eclampsia) and is not recommended for elective procedures or for making the birthing process more convenient.
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Asthma cases in Americans are about 75% higher today than they were in 1980.
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In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
Cats sold for meat alongside ducks
Stuffed Jackalope in restaurant near Death Valley
Carnivores such as these wild dogs have skeletal adaptations for eating meat.