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Vitamins And Their Functions
There are many different types of vitamins and knowing the difference between them can often be a daunting challenge. For example, if you ask any random person what vitamin B12 is responsible for within the body and what food sources contain it, you would likely get a blank stare as a response to the question. It is, however, very important to know what role vitamins play in building our bodies and keeping us safe. The more you know about the subject, the more you can optimize your diet to benef
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19th Feb 2019
What are Amino Acids and their Functions
Amino acids are most commonly referred to as the building blocks of proteins. The chemical reactions that take place in the human body are facilitated by enzymes that are made up of these acids. They are responsible for transporting nutrients throughout the body via the bloodstream. There are a total of 22 amino acids. Of these, nine are classified as essential amino acids. These cannot be produced within the body. They must be obtained through diet.THE 9 ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS AND THEIR MAIN FUN
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19th Feb 2019
Amazing Health Benefits Of Turmeric
If you have ever heard about turmeric, definitely you must have also heard about its numerous uses aside from being used as a staple spice for cooking. It has served amazingly as an element of holistic medicine, used as a colouring agent in cosmetics, and also for thousands of years, provided the world several health benefits.This vibrant yellowish-orange root is, no doubt, a natural wonder and a blessing to humanity. Being one of the ginger family, turmeric also has its most active ingredient t
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7th Oct 2018
Mineral Antagonisms and cofactors
1st Jan 1970
Minerals: Inorganic Cofactors for Healthy Cells
Minerals: Inorganic Cofactors for Healthy CellsMinerals are vital to the health of cells and tissues. One of the most important roles of minerals as micronutrients is as cofactors for enzymes and reactions that are constantly happening in the body.Minerals serve as cofactors in nearly every cell type and tissue in the body. They help build strong bones and teeth, maintain normal blood glucose levels, and regulate fluid balance, among many other functions. Minerals are uniquely suited to wor
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1st Jan 1970