Vitamin H, more commonly referred to as biotin, is a part of the B-complex family of vitamins. Supplements of biotin are available in capsule and tablet form, and although the recommended dose for biotin deficiency can vary between 100 and 1,000 micrograms, many supplements provide 500 micrograms.
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Turmeric is a spice derived from the rhizome and root of the Curcuma longa plant, which is native to India and Indonesia. People have consumed turmeric for its flavor and health-promoting properties for 4,000 years. Curcumin is the major active ingredient responsible for turmeric’s medicinal properties.
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Green tea and cinnamon both have value for their flavor and health-promoting properties. These foods provide antioxidants, vitamins and an assortment of other nutrients that may help prevent or treat certain conditions.
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L-arginine and L-carnitine are two important amino acids that are synthesized in separate parts of your body and found in a variety of foods. Both amino acids are sold in supplement form and used for a variety of similar and different health-promoting purposes.
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Diindolylmethane, or DIM, is a compound that is formed in your body during the digestion of foods that contain the nutrient indole-3-carbinol. Indole-3-carbinol is found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts. Eating these foods, therefore, provides your body with DIM.
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Andrographis paniculata is a bitter tasting annual plant, referred to as the “King of Bitters.” It has white-purple flowers and it is native to Asia and India where it has been valued for centuries for its numerous medicinal benefits.
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Propolis is a resinous substance that is collected from a variety of plants by bees. Royal jelly is a thick, milky substance that is secreted by the worker bees to feed the queen and her larvae. Both propolis and royal jelly have a long history of medicinal use and can be consumed fresh or taken in supplement form.
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Boldo is an evergreen shrub native to central Chile and Peru. The leaves of the boldo shrub have a long history of use in folk medicine. You can brew them into a tea to drink for a variety of health-promoting purposes.
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Methylsulfonylmethane, which is often abbreviated to MSM, is a sulfurous substance that is found naturally in your body. MSM is sold as nutritional supplements for a variety of health-promoting purposes. As with any nutritional supplement you should talk to your health care practitioner before supplementing with MSM.
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You burn more calories running up and down stairs compared to jogging, or cycling, at a moderate pace without much of an incline, according to Dr. Cedric Bryant, chief science officer for the American Council on Exercise.
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Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body. It is also one of the hardest minerals to absorb from dietary sources. Dr. Elson Haas, author of "Staying Healthy with Nutrition," estimates that 30 to 80 percent of dietary calcium isn't absorbed by the body.
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Folic acid, also known as folate or vitamin B-9, is a water-soluble substance responsible for helping the body convert carbohydrates into glucose, for use as energy. Folate can be produced by intestinal bacteria, so if colon health is ideal, the body itself is a source of folic acid.
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Omega 3-6-9 are polyunsaturated fatty acids, or healthy fats, that are important for human health. Of these fatty acids, omega 3 and omega 6 are referred to as essential fatty acids because they cannot be produced within the body and must be obtained through the diet.
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Following a 700-calorie-per-day meal plan is difficult because the body requires more calories to function on a daily basis. Remaining on a diet that is restricted to 700 calories would require meticulous calorie counting and immense willpower.
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Turmeric is a spice best known for its distinct flavoring in Indian cuisine. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, this spice has been treating a variety of ailments for almost 4,000 years. Bromelain is a mixture of enzymes found in pineapples.
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Polyunsaturated fats in the diet, also known as omega-3 fatty acids, are essential to human health because they cannot be produced in the body and must be consumed in the diet. While these fats are essential to health, over-consumption may have adverse effects that pose health risks in some individuals.
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Apple cider is made from the juice that is extracted from the pulp of pureed apples. While it has its own health benefits, apple cider can also be made into apple cider vinegar, which is used as a cure for some health conditions. Apple cider vinegar is made from fermenting apple cider.
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Vitamin supplements are a popular with people who feel that their diets may be lacking in some needed nutrients. Supplements are a simple way to ensure that the body is receiving all of the support it needs to function optimally, from the digestive system to tissue repair and the immune system.
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Vitamin supplements are a common way for people to ensure that their bodies are getting sufficient amounts of all the nutrients that are needed daily for optimal function. Multivitamins are those which contain many kinds of vitamins and minerals.
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Antibiotics are medications that destroy bacteria. Intended to treat bacterial infections, antibiotics are so effective in killing bacteria that they often wipe out healthy bacteria in the colon along with the harmful bacteria.
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