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Page 65
... glands in the region of the kidneys were diseased , hence unable to function properly . Under the circumstances the body required abnormally large quantities of salt . The boy had kept himself alive by satisfy- ing an intense craving ...
... glands in the region of the kidneys were diseased , hence unable to function properly . Under the circumstances the body required abnormally large quantities of salt . The boy had kept himself alive by satisfy- ing an intense craving ...
Page 69
... glands whence they are metered into the blood stream to influence body growth , development , and activity . It is a judicious balance of these secretions that makes possible the deep voice and heavy beard of men and the beauty we so ...
... glands whence they are metered into the blood stream to influence body growth , development , and activity . It is a judicious balance of these secretions that makes possible the deep voice and heavy beard of men and the beauty we so ...
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