Bovine colostrum whey comes from cows and is usually produced two to four days after they have given birth. This fluid contains a rich store of antibodies and other substances that help protect calves from infection, enhance their immune function and promote growth.
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Excess belly fat can prove problematic in many ways. It appears to pose greater threats to your health compared with fat elsewhere and can affect self-esteem.
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Triglycerides are the most common form of fat in both foods and the body. Your body utilizes them for energy in the absence of carbohydrates, usually between meals. Like high levels of cholesterol, high triglycerides might increase your risk for coronary artery disease, as reported by the American Heart Association.
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As you reach your 30s, bodily changes call for different dietary needs. Women in this stage of life will find that following the dietary habits of your teen years and 20s will not address nutritional needs, and can result in unwanted weight gain.
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Cessation of the menstrual period because of excessive exercise or weight loss is secondary amenorrhea. This can be the diagnosis if you have missed three or more menstrual periods after having experienced at least two regular cycles.
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Most women with polycystic ovary syndrome have issues with their weight. What exactly causes PCOS remains unknown but possible triggers include excess production of male hormones and insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar.
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Psyllium husk is native to Iran and India, and traditional medicine typically uses the seeds of the plant. In the West, most people use supplements made from the husk, a rich source of soluble fiber that can ease constipation and lower cholesterol.
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Generally speaking, consuming aloe juice will not pose any major health risks. Even natural substances, however, can be dangerous in certain instances. Taking aloe along with certain medications may cause negative effects.
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Hormones are chemical messengers that influence every process in our body. Depending on the circumstances, the actions of these hormones can produce positive or negative effects. Flaxseed oil contains hormone-like substances.
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Seborrheic dermatitis most commonly occurs on the scalp, but can affect any area of the body with a large number of oil glands.This inflammatory condition can cause redness, flaking, itching and lesions.
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Garlic has a long history of use as a food and medicine. From topical garlic preparations that helped prevent war-wound infections, to its us as an antibiotic during World War II when Russian soldiers ran out of penicillin.
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Maca root has been consumed in the Peruvian Andes for more than 2,000 years and is highly valued as a nutrient-rich food and a medicine. Traditional uses include improving sex drive, treating infertility and enhancing overall energy and sense of well-being.
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Red yeast rice naturally contains compounds similar to those found in statin drugs, which are commonly prescribed to treat high cholesterol. Statins can interfere with levels of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), a nutrient vital for heart and muscle health.
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The substance lecithin has been proposed as a treatment for several conditions including as high cholesterol, ulcerative colitis, liver disease and mental and neurological disorders. Its primary component, phosphatidylcholine, performs various functions in the body including promoting normal brain function.
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Rooibos tea, also known as red tea, is native to South Africa. It has a rich store of antioxidants, substances that help prevent cell damage. Animal and test tube research suggests it might offer benefit for a variety of conditions but this type of research cannot firmly establish actual therapeutic benefit in people.
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Because of female roles like pregnancy and breastfeeding, women tend to store more fat on their bodies to ensure adequate energy for these tasks. This can make it more challenging for you to get a lean, toned body. Additionally, a fear of bulking up might make you reluctant to do strength-training.
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Psyllium husk is a rich source of fiber. This nutrient plays a key role in bowel health by increasing the bulk of stool to help it move through the intestines.
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N-acetylcysteine, or NAC, is the supplement form of the amino acid cysteine, which converts to glutathione, a powerful antioxidant. Supplemental NAC has been purported to treat a number of conditions.
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Glutamine is an essential amino acid – one of the building blocks of protein. It plays various roles in the body including regulating immune function, brain function and digestion.
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Eating foods rich in sugar, fat and cholesterol can produce a number of problems. This is especially true if you have diabetes as you cannot properly control blood sugar -- this condition also leads to increased risk of heart disease, underscoring the need for a low cholesterol diet.
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