Critical care in the U.S. accounts for 20 percent of all health care costs, and 1 percent of the gross national domestic product, the researchers wrote.
Horses can and do eat leaves. Mine like the poplar leaves, but like many other foods, some, like the red maple, and stone fruit tree leaves, like cherry and apricot, are toxic. Thanks! Yes, apple seeds do contain small amounts of a toxic chemical; however, the greater threat for horses that eat apple cores is choking.
Dec. 23, 2004 -- Cherries may one day be part of diabetes treatment. The sweet and tart versions of the fruit contain chemicals that boost insulin, which helps control blood sugar levels. The chemicals are called anthocyanins. They occur naturally in cherries, giving them their bright red color. Anthocyanins also tint other fruits, vegetables, and flowers with bright reds, blues, and purples. Fruit containing the chemicals has shown promise in reducing heart disease risk.