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Basics of Eye Cream: Do You Need It?
Apr 14, 2009
The skin around your eyes is thinner and more delicate than the rest of your face, making it more prone to wrinkles and other visible signs of ageing. Exposure to UV radiation from the sun, smoking, stress, hormonal changes and the natural deterioration...Why Drink Pomegranate Juice?
Apr 12, 2009
The pomegranate fruit has high antioxidant content and anti-inflammatory properties. Pomegranate juice may have a range of beneficial effects, one of which is improving heart health and preventing prostate cancer and other health issues. Drinking fresh...What's So Good About Mangosteen Juice?
Apr 11, 2009
Mangosteen juice is made from the seeds, rind, and flesh of this tropical fruit which, together with the pomegranate and acai berry, is one of nature's super fruits. It typically has high nutrient and antioxidant qualities. Mangosteens contain xanthones, often...Vitamin C: The Basics
Apr 08, 2009
What is Vitamin C? Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is an essential nutrient for the healthy growth and development of cells and tissues. Ascorbate is an anti-oxidant, effectively nullifying the damage volatile oxygen free radical molecules do to our DNA. It...Iron 101: What is Iron?
Apr 07, 2009
Iron is an element of haemoglobin, the primary constituent protein of red blood cells. Haemoglobin is responsible for the transport of oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. Iron is also a component of myoglobin, a protein that stores oxygen in the...What is Iodine?
Apr 06, 2009
Iodine is a crucial constituent of hormones produced by the thyroid gland, chemical messengers that regulate the development of the central nervous system and metabolic processes in the body. As the body does not produce or store iodine, a balanced...All You Need to Know About Carnitine
Mar 31, 2009
Carnitine is a substance that is used within the body for many things. But what exactly is it and what does it do? Read on for more. What is Carnitine? Carnitine is generally classed with amino acids, even though it is not an amino acid. This...Foot Cramps: Causes & Treatments
Feb 01, 2009
Foot cramps, when they occur, often come on suddenly with searing pain. However, you don’t have to live with them. There are some natural health remedies that can help. What is a Foot Cramp? Foot cramps, also known as foot spasms, are characterised...What is Potassium?
Jan 11, 2009
Potassium is a mineral that is necessary for keeping the body’s pH in balance and is also essential for maintaining the body’s normal fluid balance. Read on to learn more about these roles and the other roles that potassium plays in the body. What...What is Alanine?: Sources, Uses & Benefits
Jan 08, 2009
Alanine is an amino acid that helps the body to convert glucose, a simple sugar, into energy and also helps the body to eliminate excess toxins from the liver. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Alanine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning...What is Vanadium & What Does It Do?
Jan 07, 2009
Vanadium is an ultra-trace mineral that is found in both the diet and the body. It is essential for some animals but vanadium has not yet been proven to be an essential mineral for humans. What Does Vanadium Do? Vanadium may play a role in building...Understanding Sulfur
Dec 10, 2008
Sulfur is a mineral that is found in every cell in the body, with the greatest concentration being in the hair, skin and nails. It has the ability to promote circulation and decrease inflammation. Read on to learn more. Why do we Need Sulfur? Sulfur...What is Allicin?: Sources & Benefits
Nov 29, 2008
Allicin is the major compound in garlic that is responsible for its hot taste and many of its health benefits. Read on to learn more. What is Allicin? Allicin is the major biologically active compound of garlic, and it was first reported by Cavallito...Magnesium
Oct 29, 2008
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and performs a host of important health functions. Read on to find out why magnesium is so important for the body. The Role of Magnesium Magnesium is called a macromineral, which means that...Nutrition 101: What is Selenium?
Sep 25, 2008
Selenium is an essential trace mineral that is required for a number of functions in the body. Read on to find out more about its properties and how you can ensure that you are getting the right levels. What is Selenium? Selenium is an essential mineral...Nutrition 101: What are B-Vitamins & What Do They Do?
Aug 28, 2008
B vitamins are a group of water-soluble micronutrients that play a crucial role in cell metabolism. All B vitamins except for vitamin B12 (which is made by animal cells) can only be acquired through a variety of foods because they are not stored in...Nutrition 101: The Basics About Vitamin E
Aug 26, 2008
What is Vitamin E? Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that exists in eight different forms, with each form having its own biological activity. There are four tocopherols – alpha, beta, delta, and gamma – and four tocotrienols – also alpha, beta, delta, and...Zinc
Aug 25, 2008
What is Zinc? Zinc is a mineral that is absolutely vital to living, and even a small deficiency can cause health problems. It is found in every cell in the body and it stimulates the activity of about 100 enzymes – substances that promote biochemical...Vitamin A
Aug 24, 2008
What is Vitamin A? Vitamin A is a group of compounds that are important for vision, bone growth, reproduction, cell division, and cell differentiation. It also helps to regulate the immune system, and may help lymphocytes to fight infections more effectively. Vitamin...Vitamins and Minerals: What You Need to Know
Aug 19, 2008
The nutrients that we gain from food are only as good as the quality of the soil in which the produce is grown. The essential nutrients in food can also be depleted by things such as freezing, processing, refining, storage, and even the air. As...
