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Does having more muscles influence blood pressure measurement?

As stated in the title, do we have any evidence that having a big muscular arm influence BP measurement?
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How does a blind person react to hallucinogenic drugs

I've recently seen a post online stating the question: "What would happen if a blind person tried hallucinogenic drugs." (This entails 5-HT2A antagonists like Lysergic acid and psilocybin, the most common hallucinogenic drugs) Do blind people have…
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Taking Supplements - space out my Vitamin A? And the others?

Each day I take a multi-vitamin and a cod liver oil tablet (along with creatine and L-Glutamine). Both of these tablets claim to contain 100% RDA (Recommended Daily Amount) of Vitamin A. I take these last thing at night (except the creatine which is…
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Treatment of addiction

Substance addiction e.g. heroin is treated by gradually decreasing doses of a less potent substance other than heroin (if I am correct). Is this rule can be applied to any other addiction e.g pornography or it is only for substance addiction ?
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What is the earliest research indicating tobacco products are addictive and/or harmful to the users health?

Tobacco usage in the US (and the world) has impacted the lives of many. It's use and health risks has been the subject of much discussion, controversy and legal action. What is the earliest research indicating tobacco products are addictive and/or…
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How long after quitting smoking to expel tar from lungs?

I quit smoking over a year ago, before that, i used to smoke up to a maximum of 9 cigarettes a day. However, up until now, I did not cough up tar, only clear sticky mucus comes out. I want to know when will I expel tar from my lungs, if so then…
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How does the body develop an allergy during a lifetime?

I've heard about people who weren't allergic to peanut butter or pollen previously in their lives, but suddenly develop an allergy to that substance. What is the mechanism behind an allergy "suddenly" appearing later in life?
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How do I determine reputable health information?

Like many people, I use the internet and various online resources to search for questions that I have about my personal diet, fitness and health regimens/questions. However, often I run across information that seems correct, but I'm not quite sure…
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Multi-parameters monitors: pediatric vs. adult mode

We often use a multi-parameters monitor to monitor the victim's pulse, SpO2 and blood pressure1. When using these devices on children, we have to switch them to 'pediatric mode' first. And for blood pressure we have to install a pediatric cuff of…
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Are there proven natural treatments to kill acne-causing bacteria?

I ask about natural options that specifically kill bacteria in acne. These options should be interchangeable with conventional antibiotics. Medicine such as topical retinoids don't answer this question, although they help reduce acne, they don't…
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Chance of getting sexual transmitted diseases

What are the chances of getting sexual transmitted diseases (and which) given that: Heterosexual sex Male partner used condom (properly) The condom was NOT damaged during the act
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Is it possible to reverse the skin cell damage caused by sunlight by taking appropriate vitamins?

Of course it is said that vitamins C and E are good for skin, but I would like to know if it is actually possible to reverse any of the skin cell damage i.e. sunburn, skin aging, melanoma caused by sunlight through some vitamin?
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Can a young person with hemochromatosis have normal iron levels?

Hemochromatosis is a genetic disease that results in the body absorbing too much iron, leading to excessive iron in the body which can lead to organ damage. Symptoms of hemochromatosis tend to occur after age 40, however, early iron overload may…
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Are there any hazards associated with changing sleep schedules (shift work)?

One of my friends works on rotational shifts (if she works a week during the day, another week she needs to work during the night). Her sleeping cycles are changing continuously. Will this cause any health problem in the near future? Are there any…
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Can toxins accumulate in the liver?

There are many articles and products that claim that toxins (pollutants from the environment, chemicals from pesticides, heavy metals from drinking water, etc.) can accumulate in the liver and cause adverse health effects. Many times, a "liver…
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