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“I know that you should eat a lot of the Indian spice turmeric, as it fights cancer. Also that you should avoid the Indian spice turmeric, as it might contain dangerous levels of lead. One or the other.”

Quote by A J Jacobs

Book:Drop Dead Healthy: One Man's Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection

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Drop Dead Healthy: One Man's Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection

In this engaging narrative, the author embarks on a quest to perfect his body, covering a wide range of health-related topics with wit and personal anecdotes. more

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