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The reason we often put salt in food
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The reason we often put salt in food

Salt damages bacterial enzymes and DNA, while dehydrating food so bacteria do not have a favorable growth environment.

December 15, 2018
Son smoking marijuana 'dwarfed by 10cm'
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Son smoking marijuana 'dwarfed by 10cm'

A new study found that young people who regularly smoke marijuana have a lower and lighter height than those who do not smoke.

December 15, 2018
Things happen during sleep
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Things happen during sleep

During sleep, the body regains energy, to prepare for the new day with better physical and mental activities. The following are interesting and surprising things about s…

December 15, 2018
Hormonne helps curb cravings for sugar
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Hormonne helps curb cravings for sugar

According to scientists from the University of Iowa (USA), liver-born hormones called fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) can help fight cravings for sweets.

December 15, 2018
How long can our fingernails be?
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How long can our fingernails be?

Some clean-minded people may find it difficult to always cut their nails. However, have you ever wondered how long our nails can be?

December 15, 2018
Cannabis can kill cancer cells
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Cannabis can kill cancer cells

Scientists have discovered a shocking effect of marijuana plants that are resistant to cancer.

December 15, 2018