Vervain
Vervain (latin name: Verbena officinalis) is a valuable herbal. Early Christian folklore has it that vervain was used to staunch Jesus’ wounds once he […]
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus) – A Herbal Treatment For Premenstrual Tension
The Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus) tree, commonly shortened to ‘vitex’, Abraham’s Balm, Monk’s Pepper, Lilac Chastetree, or the chaste tree as it is often known has been […]
Valerian, A Herbal Supplement For Influencing Mood
The plant Valerian (Valeriana officinalis L.) which is found throughout Europe and some Western parts of Asia could offer the insomniac some relief and relaxation by acting […]
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
Widespread interest in the potential health benefits of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) especially in conjunction with polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 LC-PUFAs) abounds. Animal studies […]
Pseudostellaria heterophylla
Pseudostellaria heterophylla (Miq.) Pax is more commonly called Hai Er Shen (Kid Ginseng), Tai Zi Shen (Prince Ginseng) or False Starwort. It is a member […]
What’s the difference between the lact-ovo vegetarian and the vegan diet ?
This is a question I’m often asked by students studying food technology and nutrition because there are some distinct differences between the two diets. There […]
Foods To Avoid, Foods To Seek Out When Cystitis Occurs
Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder and urethra and is usually caused by bacterial infection. It can be a difficult infection to remove and very […]
What are the Best Sources of Protein for People ?
Introduction On Proteins For People Protein is the main source of amino acids. Here we describe some of the top food sources in some detail. […]
Forskolin
Forskolin is a key active ingredient from the root of Plectranthus forskohlii (syn. Coleus forskholi ) which predominantly grows in India, Nepal and Thailand. It […]
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera. Dunal) is an adaptogen known primarily for its stress-reducing properties. It’s also known as Indian ginseng, poison gooseberry and winter cherry, a […]
Are You A Morning Person ? It Appears You Might Be Better At Choosing Healthier Foods
Circadian rhythms are essentially about how our body clock works to you and me. Recent evidence from a study by the National Institute for Health […]
Excessive Sugar Intake Associated With Increased Risk Of Alzheimer’s Disease
High sugar intake regularly receives a poor press and this isn’t helped with a recent study into its effects on the progression of a severe […]
Vitamin B3 Might Be A Possible Treatment For Glaucoma
♦ A new study with mice genetically predisposed to glaucoma did not develop this condition when provided with drinking water containing vitamin B3 (niacin, nicotinamde). Glaucoma […]
Beware Dodgy Performance And Weight Loss Pills – The Case Of DMAA
There are plenty of supplements out there with fake claims attached and many containing illegal substances within their formulations. When you are selling any health […]
Nutrition For Basketball Players
A couple of basketball fanatics in the USA were just commenting on a game involving Kansas Jayhawks and how fit these guys must be. It […]
Eating Disorders Increasingly Affecting More Middle-Aged Women
Eating disorders have significant impact on women’s health, perhaps more so than any other condition. What is often regarded as affecting young women in particular […]
Exercise Capabilities Increased With L-Arginine Consumption
Trying to go the extra mile in the gym means forcing the body to achieve more than might be possible. Sports supplementers take L-Arginine which […]
A Potent Aphrodisiac May Also Be A Potent Treatment For Alzheimer’s
♦ cola de quirquincho is a popular aphrodisiac and memory enhancer in Argentina. The aerial parts of Huperzia saururus (Lam.) Trevis. (syn. Lycopodium saururus Lam., syn. Urostachys […]
Chromium Supplementation In Obesity And Weight Management
♦ Chromium supplements are sold on the basis that they increase lean body mass, help reduce body weight and decrease body fat levels. ♦ Is there […]
Kidney Vetch
Kidney Vetch, woundwort or Ladies Fingers is scientifically known as Anthyllis vulneraria. It is an extremely bright flowering plant and often clothes fields where it’s yellow-orange colour […]