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In North American English it is known as "romaine" lettuce, and in British English the names "cos" lettuce and "romaine" lettuce are both used. [2] Many dictionaries trace the word cos to the name of the Greek island of Cos, from which the lettuce was presumably introduced. [3] Other authorities trace cos to the Arabic word for lettuce, khus ...
Chemical depilatories are indicated in the treatment of hirsutism in polycystic ovary syndrome. Depilatory ointments, or plasters, were known to Greek and Roman authors as psilothrum . [ 3 ] In Jewish lore, King Solomon is said to have discovered a chemical depilatory made from a mixture of lime and water and orpiment ( arsenic trisulfide ).
Both iceberg lettuce and romaine lettuce contain vital nutrients that help us live our best lives. Iceberg is about 13 calories per serving while romaine is about 15 calories. However, romaine ...
Hair does not generally grow on the lips, back of the ear, the underside of the hands or feet, or on certain areas of the genitalia. Hair removal may be practiced for cultural, aesthetic, hygienic, sexual, medical, or religious reasons. Forms of hair removal have been practiced in almost all human cultures since at least the Neolithic era. The ...
E. coli infections that can be traced to lettuce have been reported in 16 states, the CDC said. No one has died but 31 have been hospitalized. Don't eat any romaine lettuce, CDC now warns
Hair follicles have estrogen receptors and it is theorized that topical compounds act on them directly to promote hair growth and antagonize androgen action. Large clinical studies showing effectiveness are absent. Topical treatment is also usually unavailable in North America. [17] There is tentative evidence for cyproterone acetate in women. [14]
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Carrying iodine for water purification is an imperfect but lightweight solution for those in need of field purification of drinking water. Kits are available in camping stores that include an iodine pill and a second pill (vitamin C or ascorbic acid) that will remove the iodine taste from the water after it has been disinfected. The addition of ...