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Every two weeks the human stomach produces a new layer of mucous lining, otherwise the stomach would digest itself.

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Plaque
Plaque is a buildup of cholesterol and fatty material on blood vessel walls. The build-up causes narrowing or blockage of the arteries, which can lead to heart disease.
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