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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]