One possible risk factor for tuberculosis is diabetes, a
condition characterized by high blood sugar levels and long-term
complications involving the circulation, eyes and kidneys, and
the body’s ability to fight infection. Active tuberculosis can
be cured by taking a combination of several antibiotics every
day for at least six months, and current control efforts [...]
Pickled dills in plastic? Turmeric is the key to freshness. Who
knew that a spice used from ancient times as a coloring agent in
foods could also keep plastic-packaged dill pickles fresh?
Unlike glass containers, plastic jars or pouches “breathe,”
allowing oxygen and other gases to seep inside over time. This
can eventually lead to [...] Scientists have found that a
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rats. It’s an important medical discovery, considering that
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women will develop breast cancer over her lifetime. Breast
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