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Why Do Onions Make You Cry?

Onions are flavorful, contain plentiful nutrients, and have many potential health benefits. But why do they make our eyes burn when we cut them?

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Is Botox Safe?

Botox and other popular cosmetic injections that contain a small amount of botulinum toxin, the same toxin that causes botulism. So why are they safe?

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Does Grapefruit Juice Interact with Medication?

You should avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice iof you're on certain medicines. How can you find out if your medicines interact with grapefruit juice?

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Food Poisoning from Fish: Ciguatera

Ciguatera poisoning is caused by eating fish that have themselves eaten fish contaminated with a toxin called ciguatoxin. What are the symptoms of ciguatoxin poisoning?

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Are Microplastics Harmful?

Microplastics are common throughout our environment and are present in the air, food, and drinking water. Microplastics have also been found in the human body. Are they harmful?

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Are Itch Mite Bites Dangerous?

Itch mite bites can cause intense itching and skin redness that can last for weeks. What are itch mites, and how can you treat the symptoms of their itchy bites?

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