Nicotine is as addictive as alcohol, cocaine and morphine, according to MedlinePlus. Smoking withdrawal results in both mental and physical symptoms. These withdrawal symptoms usually peak in between the third and fifth days and fade after two weeks, but some can last for several months, warns “The New York Times.
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Influenza -- commonly called the flu, often causes fever, fatigue, headache and respiratory symptoms. In severe cases, this condition may even lead to death. The flu can be more dangerous for pregnant women and may even affect the fetus.
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Meniscal tears are commonly occurring knee injuries. Menisci are the wedge-shaped cartilage pieces that act as shock absorbers in your knee. Treatment depends on the type of meniscus tear you have and how severe it is.
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Southwestern populations in the U.S. have a long history of snacking on lemons, according to the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Historically, a dried and salted piece of fruit called “Chinese candy” was inserted into a lemon and people sucked on the resultant juice.
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Scabies is caused by the human itch mite burrowing along the skin and laying eggs. Itchy blisters and red patches form over the eggs. Scratching can lead to serious skin infections and skin infections can lead to blood and kidney infections reports the New Zealand Ministry of Health.
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Potassium is an electrolyte essential in the function of muscles and nerves. Along with sodium, it maintains the body’s water and pH balances, sustaining blood pressure and other physiologic processes. Hypokalemia is the clinical name for low potassium levels and refers to blood levels lower than 3.6 to 5.2 mmol/L.
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Poppy seed stories have taken hold of people's imaginations, but are they true? ABC News reports that people have failed drug screening tests because of having eaten poppy seeds before testing. Indeed, the website “Poppy.
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What is commonly known as rust on lettuce is technically known as “russet spotting.” Rust on lettuce doesn’t make the greens inedible, but it does make them unattractive.
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