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For example, the left or right side may be slightly higher or lower without affecting physical functions. During pregnancy, a woman's enlarged uterus can shift the abdominal space a bit, raising the ...

It also secretes insulin, which helps your body regulate your blood sugar. Your liver has many functions. First, it produces bile, which the small intestine uses to help digest the fats in food. It ...