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Xylitol

September 24, 2014 smitsa 0

Xylitol is a popular and natural polyol sweetener based on a five-carbon sugar alcohol. It is an intermediate product of carbohydrate metabolism  derived from xylan […]

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Olive Hydroxytyrosol

September 8, 2014 smitsa 0

It has been well-known that olives, as part of the Mediterranean diet have many beneficial health effects, especially where the heart and joints are concerned. […]

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Calcium in Nutrition

September 8, 2014 smitsa 1

The body contains more calcium than any other mineral – in fact we store 99% of it in our bones and teeth. The rest is […]

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Passion Fruit

September 8, 2014 smitsa 0

The yellow passion fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims F. Flavicarpa) is thought of as having one of the finest flavours of any fruit and is extremely […]

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The Chemistry of Myoglobin

August 22, 2014 smitsa 0

Myoglobin is a protein found in muscle tissues of animals, including humans and poultry like chicken. It plays a crucial role in facilitating oxygen transport […]

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Bonito Flavouring

August 15, 2014 smitsa 1

Certain fish stocks have been used for centuries to build up flavours and add tastiness to savoury products. The Japanese use katsuo-bushi or katsuobushi  which […]