Beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans and navy beans, fall under the scientific name Phaseolus vulgaris. Most of them are used in cooking, while others like white beans, in particular, are used for medicinal purposes. White kidney bean extracts are used specifically for obese patients to induce weight loss. They are […]
Obesity is one of the most prevalent health concerns in the world. Nearly two-thirds of the US population is overweight. The benefits of achieving and maintaining a healthy weight are many, such as controlling cholesterol, regulating blood glucose levels and protecting against some diseases such as arthritis, heart disease, etc… Benefits of White Kidney […]
Vitamin B Group: Importance & Signs of Deficiency The Vitamin B group is one of the most important groups of vitamins that our bodies need through diet in order for our cells to function efficiently. A deficiency in any of its subgroups leads to unwanted symptoms which affect human health. The body obtains its need […]
The use of collagen supplements has recently gained popularity as a way to combat the symptoms of aging and restore skin, hair, bones, and joint health. Collagen is a source of functional and biologically active peptides. Studies have shown that the benefits of collagen in improving skin elasticity, repairing cartilage tissue, reducing joint pain, […]
Hyaluronic acid is an essential component of extracellular tissue and is present in many human tissues such as the skin, eyes, connective tissue, articular ligaments and the synovium. Theoretically, it can be said that hyaluronic acid in its pure form does not induce an immune response because it is the same form in all […]
Selenium is a trace element that is found in minuscule quantities in foods. It is an essential nutrient for humans due to its incorporation in the synthesis of many selenoproteins, which in turn play essential functions in reproduction, thyroid hormone metabolism, DNA synthesis and protection against oxidative damage and infection. Selenium is found in […]
The group of fat-soluble retinoids is called “vitamin A” and it includes: retinol, retinal and retinyl esters. Vitamin A plays a role in immune function, in addition to supporting vision as the main component of rhodopsin; the protein responsible for absorbing light in retinal receptors. Vitamin A also supports cell growth and differentiation […]
For thousands of years, ancient Chinese medicine has used the leaves and seeds of ginkgo biloba for their vast health benefits. In modern day medicine, ginkgo biloba extract is obtained from the green and dry leaves of the plant. This extract is considered one of the most important and popular nutritional supplements. Ginkgo […]
The scientific name for horny goat weed is epimedium. Horny goat weed has been used in traditional Asian medicine. The leaves were used through extracting their medicinal substances which are later on taken orally to treat sexual problems, joint pain, fatigue and other conditions. However, the evidence and data available to support these uses is still […]
Blueberries grow on blueberry bushes and since ancient times humans have been using their fruits and leaves in several medical areas. Blueberries are characterized by their delicious taste, low calorie content and great health benefits, especially in heart disease, cancer prevention, and improving memory and cognitive abilities. However research is still ongoing to support […]
