What company sold the first silicone breast prosthesis?

Health Trivia / May 06, 2025

Dow Corning. In 1962, the first women was implanted with a silicone breast prosthesis.

According to the IDF, how many Type 2 diabetes cases could be prevented with healthy lifestyle changes?

Health Trivia / May 05, 2025

70%. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) was established in 1950 to promote diabetes care, prevention, and to find a cure worldwide.

Many antidepressants change the activity of which neurotransmitter?

Health Trivia / May 05, 2025

Norephinephrine. Iproniazid, the first antidepressant drug, was originally developed as a cure for tuberculosis.

How much of an adult's calorie intake should come from fat?

Health Trivia / May 04, 2025

20 Percent-35 Percent. Fats should account for 20-35% of an adult's calorie intake, but eating too much can increase the risk of heart disease.

How much blood does the average sized adult circulate?

Health Trivia / May 04, 2025

Five Pints. The blood in both arteries and veins is actually red despite veins appearing to be blue.

What enzyme is responsible for breaking down starches?

Health Trivia / May 03, 2025

Amylase. Alpha-amylase is an enzyme found in saliva.