8 weird facts about your body you’ve never heard before — and some you may not want to know

In honor of the more horrifying aspects of the mortal coil, we bring you a list of nine facts sure to disquiet.
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Microplastics are building up in our bodies, and bottled water is a big source

Microplastics have shifted from an abstract pollution problem in distant oceans to a concrete health issue inside our own ...
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What happens to your body when you take turmeric regularly

If you’re exploring ways to spice up your wellness routine, chances are turmeric supplements have caught your attention.
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Why doesn't stomach acid burn through our stomachs?

If you're about to throw up or get acid reflux, you may feel a burning sensation when acid from your stomach escpes into the ...
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Your Heart’s SOS: Subtle Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore After 40

Many heart patients recall subtle symptoms weeks before a major event. Jaw pain, unexplained fatigue, or breathlessness are ...

Scientists map development of pancreas transport channels that deliver digestive enzymes

Organs often have fluid-filled spaces called lumens, which are crucial for organ function and serve as transport and delivery ...
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Pancreatic organoid study reveals key factors shaping complex lumen formation

Organs often have fluid-filled spaces called lumens, which are crucial for organ function and serve as transport and delivery ...

Control valve discovered in gut's plumbing system may hold answers to constipation and diarrhea

Although constipation and diarrhea may seem like opposite problems, they both hinge on the same underlying issue: how much fluid moves into the gut. These common issues affect millions of people in ...
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Scientists identify a molecular switch that controls water flow in the gut

Although constipation and diarrhea may seem like opposite problems, they both hinge on the same underlying issue: how much ...