1 Honeybees use wax to make their honeycombs. 2  Waxes are used in all sorts of everyday applications including chewing gum, polishes, and candles. 3  Fats help us to dissolve and store some important vitamins including A, D, E, and K. 4  Cortisol is a type of steroid that our bodies use to regulate energy and fight off diseases.
Symptoms of Exposure to Agent Orange. Gastrointestinal Problems. Gastrointestinal problems that include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, appetite loss, and gastric ulcers, have been reported from contact with Agent Orange.
Stroke has been added to the growing list of possible health effects Vietnam veterans may face long term after exposure to Agent Orange. In response to new evidence showing a statistically significant overall increase in stroke associated with exposure to chemical in Agent Orange, a committee examining these health effects has moved stroke to the limited and suggestive evidence category.