In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.
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Adults are resistant to the bacterium that causes Botulism. These bacteria thrive in honey – therefore, honey should never be given to infants since their immune systems are not yet resistant.
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If all the neurons in the human body were lined up, they would stretch more than 600 miles.
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Green tea is able to stop the scent of garlic or onion from causing bad breath.
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The most common childhood diseases include croup, chickenpox, ear infections, flu, pneumonia, ringworm, respiratory syncytial virus, scabies, head lice, and asthma.
Gibbons are lesser apes, and live in the forests of south and Southeast Asia.
Distribution of Neandertal sites in Europe and western Asia.