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Effects Of The Drug Marijuana Smokers
1,344 wordsMarijuana, the crude drug made from the leaves and flowering tops of the cannabis sativa plant, contains hundreds of active chemicals. Of the 421 chemicals identified in the plant, 70 are cannabinoids (chemicals found only in the marijuana plant and nowhere else in nature). Cannabinoids are stored in the fat parts of cell membranes for long periods of time and interfere with normal cell functioning. Since the 70 annabinoids are fat-soluble, they build up or accumulate in body tissue. Three to se...
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Encyclopaedia Britannica Soluble Vitamins
1,215 wordsDietary and activity habits were self evaluated over three days (one week day and a weekend). Analysis of 3 -day diet records showed mean daily energy and carbohydrate intake to be insufficient to support estimated requirements. Mean intakes of vitamins and most minerals exceeded the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) except Retinol Eq. which was 66 % of RDA, Vitamin B 12, Vitamin B 6, Vitamin C, Folate, Iron, and Phosphorous were 300 % of the RDA. Introduction There is a natural linkage betw...
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Red Blood Cells Vitamin B 12
1,112 wordsVitamin B 12 Vitamin B 12, scientifically known as coba lamin, has specific chemical structure and characteristics which qualify as a water-soluble vitamin. However, unlike the other water-soluble vitamins it is not disgorged quickly in the urine, but accumulates in the liver, kidney and other body tissues. Therefore, only after 5 or 6 years of B 12 insufficient diet the vitamin deficiency can be adequately distinguished. Vitamin B 12 serves as a methyl donor and cooperates with folic acid in pr...
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Soluble Vitamins Fat Soluble
710 wordsVitamins In the early 20 th century the discovery of vitamins began. Today there is a chance that there are some vitamins that are still undiscovered. The definition of vitamin is: one of several substances necessary for animal nutrition, and occurring in minute quantities in natural foods; numerous types have been distinguished, and designated by the letters of the alphabet. Each and every living animal needs vitamins to grow and be healthy. Since the human body can t produce vitamins naturally...
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Plant Growth Harmful Effects
2,117 wordsMany questions have Fertilizers Fertilizers Many questions have been raised concerning the use of fertilizers, why plants require them, and about the benefits they bring. Fertilizers have a significant effect on humanity, as they form the basis of food production. The addition of fertilizers assists enrichment of soil fertility and corrects nutrient deficiencies so that plants can grow more healthily, provide crops and food for people, and increase food production. In this way, fertilizers are s...
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Red Blood Cells High Blood Pressure
2,274 wordsMost people know that good nutrition is important for good health. Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) are the daily amounts of essential nutrients that will prevent deficiencies in most healthy people. But not many people realize the importance a healthy diet can have on their health for years to come. To help us stay healthy a person should eat a variety of foods, maintain ideal weight, avoid too much fat, and eat foods with enough starch and fiber. A good diet helps children grow, develop, a...
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Important To Remember Plants And Animals
2,683 wordsProper nutrition is Nutrition Nutrition Proper nutrition is a vital need in our bodies today. Without it, we couldnt perform our daily tasks such as going to school, playing sports, or just walking around a store. All of these activities require your body to be in good physical health. A good way to do that is to plan a regular exercise workout, and to eat the proper foods that give you the much needed nutrition. Prior to strenuous activity it is imperative that the body has the required amounts...
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