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The Effects of Exendin on Diabetes

Dr. Stephen Lawrence is a clinical professor at the University of Warwick Medical School and an expert in diabetes. The Heelermonster produces a venomous spit, venomous saliva. It was thought to be a venomous to human beings, but in natural fact it just causes a lot of pain. Another feature of that saliva is a chemical compound we now know is capable of sending signals to our brains and reducing appetites. Biological scientists have been trying to understand its role in helping the lizard in your long periods without eating.

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