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TIL about a man who is immune to Snake Venom. Tim Friede, has received 160 snake bites in 16 years. This has made his body to develop a natural immune response and generate high levels of antibodies to fight the Snake venom. He even survived the bite of Black Mamba, one of the most venomous snakes

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