October 4, 2017

The Benefits of Micronutrients in Heart Failure

Heart failure is a serious health condition where the heart is unable to pump enough oxygenated blood to other parts of the body. According to the […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Green Tea Extract

The widely available extract from green tea consists of a combination of different phytonutrients (polyphenols) present in the tea leaves, which claim various health benefits. Green […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Cruciferous Vegetables

According to recent U.S. dietary guidelines, healthy people should consume at least 5-9 (and sometimes up to 13) servings of fruits and vegetables daily (one serving […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Resveratrol

Polyphenols are compounds present in various fruits, vegetables, coffee, tea and nuts. They are increasingly being found to have certain health benefits. Resveratrol is a polyphenol […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Curcumin

Curcumin is the most abundant natural phenol (curcuminoid) present in turmeric, the Indian curry spice, and gives it its yellow color. Obtained from the rhizomes of […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Quercetin

Phytonutrients are natural components of plants. Their important functions include protecting the plants from insects, diseases, draught, ultraviolet rays and pollutants. Until recently, phytonutrients were not […]
October 4, 2017

Should malnourished children be given antibiotics or nutrients?

Malnourishment is not hunger! Although global hunger is an ongoing struggle for more than one billion people, severe acute malnutrition is a more serious condition causing […]
October 4, 2017

Micronutrients against Brain Tumors

A primary brain tumor is a highly aggressive type of tumor originating from brain tissues. Secondary brain tumors are tumors that spread to the brain from […]