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  2. Persin - Wikipedia

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    Persin is a fungicidal toxin present in the avocado. [1] Persin is an oil-soluble compound structurally similar to a fatty acid, a colourless oil, and it leaches into the body of the fruit from the seeds. The relatively low concentrations of persin in the ripe pulp of the avocado fruit is generally considered harmless to humans.

  3. Boron - Wikipedia

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    The word boron was coined from borax, the mineral from which it was isolated, by analogy with carbon, which boron resembles chemically. [16] Sassolite. Borax in its mineral form (then known as tincal) first saw use as a glaze, beginning in China circa 300 AD.

  4. Boric acid - Wikipedia

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    Natural boron consists of approximately 20% boron-10 and 80% boron-11 isotopes. Boron-10 has a high cross-section for absorption of low energy (thermal) neutrons. By increasing boric acid concentration in the reactor coolant, the probability that a neutron will cause fission is reduced.

  5. The Surprising Fruit That's the Top Winter Superfood - AOL

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    Avocado is also a natural diuretic, as it packs a big potassium punch — we know that this mineral that behaves as an electrolyte plays a crucial role in counteracting excess sodium in the body ...

  6. People are eating borax. Why? Here's what experts say ... - AOL

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    There are some claims that borax, in very small amounts, can be used as a nutritional supplement due to its boron content, but the risks outweigh the potential benefits, and it's not recommended ...

  7. Is it healthy to eat avocado every day? - AOL

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    Unfortunately, it is possible to eat too much avocado. Sticking to ⅓ of the fruit daily, will keep calories in check and ensure that avocados don't contribute to weight gain.

  8. Hardnesses of the elements (data page) - Wikipedia

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  9. NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week - AOL

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    None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. CLAIM: Taking borax daily can help with a range of ailments, including osteoporosis, kidney stones, chronic fatigue ...