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.
Ischemic heart disease, linked to Agent Orange exposure, involves a reduction of blood flow and oxygen to the heart. Over time this type of heart disease can damage and weaken the muscles in the heart. Ischemic heart disease is one of the most common causes of heart failure.