Proteins are the building blocks of our cells, tissues, enzymes, and hormones. They are necessary for dozens of body functions, from growth to wound healing. What is the first food that comes to your mind when you think of proteins? Most likely is meat, since some animal sources contain some of the most quality proteins. …
Calcium and milk are two concepts inextricably linked in our minds, however, there are many foods that contain more calcium than milk. One of them is carob (Ceratonia siliqua), also known as ”healthy chocolate”, which contains 3x times the amount of calcium than milk. This “humble” food gives us 350mg of calcium per 100g, while …
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Starch is part of carbohydrates, along with sugars and fiber. Although it is referred to as a complex carbohydrate, it nevertheless contributes many calories to our diet. We usually think that of the three types of carbohydrates, only simple carbohydrates are the “bad” and these are none other than sugars. However, although starch belongs to …
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Familial hypercholesterolemia is a genetic disorder that increases cholesterol levels 2 to 4 times above average. Until now, the basic directive in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia has been to avoid eating foods with saturated fat to keep their cholesterol lower, reducing the risk of heart disease. RELATED: 9 Incredibly tasty Heart Healthy Foods Such foods …
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Is brown rice healthier than white rice? Both are starches, both can be cooked and used in similar dishes. However, we have all heard that brown rice is the best choice among the two for our health. The main reason brown rice is considered healthier than white rice is because brown rice has more fiber …
In this article, we examine the relation between CoQ10 and Cardiovascular Health. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), also known as ubiquinone, is a key antioxidant ingredient found in cell membranes and mitochondria with the main objective of producing energy in the form of ATP, the body’s energy currency. Due to its participation in the synthesis of ATP, …
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In this article, we will be discussing enzymes and more specifically Proteolytic Enzymes or Protease Enzymes as many call them. We will help you understand what proteolytic enzymes are and we will try to answer all the important questions about them. What are proteolytic enzymes Enzymes are a vital part of any physiological process in …
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In this article, we explain what is N-acetylcysteine (NAC), what are the 26 N-acetylcysteine benefits, its Side Effects, and recommended NAC supplements. To start with, the antioxidant supplement N-acetylcysteine is an amino acid based on sulfur required to create glutathione. What is N-acetylcysteine (NAC) Stimulating the immune system with N-acetylcysteine can also provide protection against …
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