Holding hands with someone you love can alleviate physical pain as well as stress and fear.
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Although African-Americans make up only 13% of the U.S. population, they accounted for one half of the estimated new HIV/AIDS diagnoses in 2004.
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In Nepal, cow dung is used for medicinal purposes.
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Every year your body replaces 98% of your atoms.
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When you get goosebumps and your hair stands, the hair helps to trap air, making you feel warmer by keeping in your body heat.
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Unlike dogs, pigs, and some other mammals, humans cannot taste water. They taste only the chemicals and impurities in the water.
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Household bleach is the recommended chemical to decontaminate people exposed to the anthrax virus, by the U.S. F.D.A.
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Gardening is said to be one of the best exercises for maintaining healthy bones.
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