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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 […]

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 […]

The abundance and vast benefits of olive leaves in the Middle East and Mediterranean countries has led to its widespread use in the region. It’s use heavily relies on its multiple benefits in protecting the digestive system and nervous system. It also has antimicrobial, anticancer, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.   Moreover, olive leaf extract is […]

Vitamin D is one of the most important vitamins in the human body that regulate the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which are essential in maintaining bone health. The body manufactures vitamin D from sunlight exposure however a sufficiently large area of ​​the skin must be exposed to the sun to allow the body to […]

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 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 […]