side effect
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Yes, giving priority to wellness earlier in life is good for our health, but it can come with another positive side effect: new friends.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
The most commonly reported side effect was a decrease in neutrophils, which are a type of white blood cell.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
Some people may experience bloating, nausea or discomfort as a side effect.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Partaking in them is not without risk—ozone therapy, for example, has the potential side effect of something called an air embolism, which can lead to a stroke or heart attack.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
Call it a side effect of being struck by lightning.
From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty
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