Serotyping- A Valuable Technique in Pathogen Testing
Serotyping is a crucial technique used in microbiology to classify and identify microorganisms, particularly bacteria and viruses, based on their surface antigens. This method plays […]
Month: October 2017
What is Metabolic Syndrome ?
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a term often used by nutritionists to define those risk factors associated with metabolism. It is also extended to other conditions […]
Best And Worst Foods For Those With Stomach Ulcers
A stomach ulcer is a debilitating condition. It is worth noting though that ulcers can occur throughout the digestive tract from throat through to the […]
Peptidoglycan
Peptidoglycan is the essential cell wall material found mostly in Gram-positive bacteria. It is a linear glycan (carbohydrate) backbone cross-linked by peptide stems. This material […]
The Chemical Synthesis of Oligonucleotides
Introduction Oligonucleotides, short strands of nucleic acids, are pivotal in various fields including molecular biology, diagnostics, and therapeutics. Industrial-scale synthesis of oligonucleotides has become a […]
Does Vitamin A Help Or Hinder In Bone Fracture? It’s Still Not Clear
Fractures, especially those resulting from osteoporosis are one of the leading causes of morbidity and even death. It is still a global health issue despite […]
The Benefits Of Brewer’s Spent Grain (BSG)
Brewers’ spent grain (BSG) is the main by-product of the brewing industry. It is the insoluble cereal residue that is separated from the mash before […]
Japanese Study Shows That Vitamin C Helps Prevent Stroke In Non-Smokers
Could it be possible that vitamin C helps prevent stroke? Antioxidants have long been regarded as positive contributors to health. Vitamins C & E for […]
The Benefits Of Dry Ice
Dry ice is carbon dioxide in a solid form. It is used rather like ice from water to rapidly cool all sorts of materials including […]
Keeping Up A Good Diet Improves Fitness Into Old Age
New study finds strong links between a healthy diet throughout life, so as to improve fitness and physical activity into older age. It is all […]
Baghali Polo- A Persian Culinary Delight
Baghali Polo, a classic Persian rice dish, is a testament to the rich and ancient culinary traditions of Iran. This aromatic and flavorful dish reflects […]
Achillea millefollium
Achillea millefolium L. (Asteraceae) is a perennial herb used in Mexican folk medicine. It’s common name is Yarrow or Milfoil. It is commonly used to […]
Betuloside (Rhododendrin)
Betuloside or rhododendrin is an arylbutanoid glycoside and phenylpropanoid. This means the sugar group is linked to a phenol. There is also a methylated variant […]
Kappaphycus alvarezii
Kappaphycus alvarezii is also known as the Elkhorn Sea Moss. It is a red algae or seaweed which is an important commercial source of carrageenans. […]
Padina pavonica
Padina pavonica is a Mediterranean seaweed which you might often see on the ingredients list of various anti-aging creams and cosmetics. The common name is Peacock’s […]
Cynanchun Extracts Could Reduce Influenza
Cynanchun paniculatum offers the pharmacologist an interesting range of compounds. These include two in particular: cynanversicoside A and cynanversicoside C. It’s possible they have activity […]
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
The multipurpose Camellia oleifera oil offers amazing benefits for skin and hair. It is known that Geishas kept their skin soft, supple and young using this oil […]
Rosehip Seed Oil
Rosehips are a fantastic nutritional health source but the seeds also yield an excellent oil which is composed of omega-6 (45 percent) and omega-3 (35 […]
