A recent study reveals that the number of hours slept has an influence on the risk of obesity. The less we sleep, the more at risk we are. This fact could explain why people who suffer from sleep apnea, a known thief of sleep, tend to gain weight at an above normal rate.

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Cirrhosis of the liver is often associated with alcoholism however it also occurs in individuals who never drink. Chronic alcoholics may exhibit cirrhosis due to repeated damage of the liver by the alcohol. The precise cause is unknown, however the link between alcohol and cirrhosis is well documented. Other possible causes include poor nutrition, especifically a deficiency of vitamin B, genetic deficiencies, long standing obstruction of the common duct that drains the bile, extended periods...

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