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A member asked:
Good friend had body petscan. met about an hour later for lunch and gave her big hug and kiss hello. did i expose myself to radiation from the petscan?
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No: You did not get any radiation from your action. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
Answered 5/12/2017
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