HEALTH BENEFITS OF FISH OIL Fish oil is a rich source of long chain omega-3 fatty acids which are polyunsaturated fats that primarily include eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Initially, these compounds were suggested as a daily omega-3 fatty acid supplement for the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Consequently, fish oil supplements are[Read…]
THE ROLE OF MAGNESIUM Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral and the second most abundant intracellular divalent cation. It is a cofactor in over 300 metabolic pathways. Magnesium is found in 50% of the bones, 50% of the tissues and organs, and 1% of the blood[1]. Magnesium is also necessary for structural function of[Read…]
THE ROLE OF GLUTATHIONE Glutathione, a tripeptide consisting of γ-l-glutamyl-l-cysteinyl-glycine, is the most important low molecular weight antioxidant synthesized in cells[1]. It plays a pivotal role in reducing oxidative stress, maintaining redox balance, enhancing metabolic detoxification, and regulating the immune system. Suboptimal or insufficient glutathione levels have been associated to a variety of chronic, age-related[Read…]
What are the pharmacological properties of garlic extract? Garlic (Allium sativum) has been used as a spice, food, and medicine for over 5,000 years, and is one of the earliest documented herbs utilized for the maintenance of health and treatment of disease[1]. Garlic and their active components are reported to reduce the risk of diabetes[Read…]
The effectivity of evening primrose oil. Evening primrose (Oenothera L.) is a plant belonging to the Onagraceae family. There are about 145 species in the genus Oenothera L. The most numerous species in the Oenothera L. family is Oenothera biennis, which also has the best studied biological activity. It has been indicated that Oenothera biennis[Read…]
The benefits of “Ginkgo Biloba Extract” Ginkgo biloba is one of the oldest living species on the planet. The leaves and seeds of this plant have been used for medicinal purposes in China for centuries, initially being used for asthma and problems in the digestive system. In Europe and the USA, they have been sold[Read…]