One of the most important vitamins that the human body needs but can not synthesize is vitamin C or ascorbic acid. It is most commonly obtained from foods such as fruits and vegetables, commonly citrus fruits. Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant. It is also crucial for maintenance of healthy skin and strong immunity. It […]
Turmeric is one of the most popular spices used in Middle Eastern cuisine and in Asian cuisine in general. It is very beneficial to human health due to its vast benefits. Turmeric is also used as a food dye to give a bright golden yellow color to foods such as mustard and cheese, as well […]
Vitamin E is found naturally in many foods in eight chemical forms; alpha, beta, gamma, delta-tocopherol & alpha, beta, gamma, delta-tocotrienol. Each form has different degrees of biological activity, but alpha-tocopherol is the only form that is utilized by the human body to meet its requirements of vitamin E. The concentration of vitamin E […]
Moringa tree (Moringa oleifera) is a herb that has been known for thousands of years. It is found in abundance in India, Pakistan, and tropical countries. It is rich in antioxidants and vital compounds. Moringa is also known as “ben oil tree” or “benzolive tree”. This super-herb exists in several forms that can be used, […]
Magnesium is one of the most abundant essential minerals in the body, stored primarily in the bones while a very small amount circulates in the bloodstream. It plays a pivotal role in more than 300 metabolic reactions affecting a number of very important bodily processes, including: Protein production. Production and storage of cellular energy. Cell […]
Natural and artificial sweetener use is very popular among Western societies due to several benefits mainly containing very negligible amounts of calories which aids in weight loss. This article sheds a light on some of the best and most popular artificial sweeteners in the market. Stevia Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is a bushy shrub […]
Calcium is an essential mineral necessary for the survival of the human body. About 99% of the calcium in our bodies is located and stored in our bones and teeth. The remaining 1% circulates in the blood and is utilized to send nerve signals, which regulate secretion of hormones such as insulin as well as […]
Iron supplements can help reverse and treat low serum iron levels as well as prevent the decrease of preexisting normal iron levels in the blood due to anemia or pregnancy. The human body needs this mineral to produce red blood cells and maintain its overall health. How to take iron supplements? Iron pills […]
CoQ10 is a vitamin-like enzyme found in the human body, primarily in the heart, liver and kidneys. CoQ10 naturally occurs in meat and fish. It can also be synthetically manufactured in laboratories. CoQ10 is used in diseases that directly affect the heart, such as heart disease and high blood pressure. It is also used in […]
The ashwagandha herb dates back to ancient Indians who used it as a hypnotic and sedative for stressful situations. Ashwagandha is mainly used to boost brain function and relieve mental stress. It is also used in cases of arthritis, anxiety, bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is believed to have a role […]
