Tag: antioxidants

Chokeberry – an underestimated treasure of nature

Chokeberry – an underestimated treasure of nature

This close cousin of the rowanberry hides a treasury of vitamin C, B vitamins, beta carotene, vitamin E, fiber, copper, manganese, and iodine, as well as a wealth of anthocyanins, which give it its dark color. Chokeberry – a rejuvenating fruit?Anthocyanins – purple heart healerIn defense against dementia and on […]

Methionine, an underappreciated amino acid

Methionine, an underappreciated amino acid

Methionine is an essential yet one of the most underestimated amino acids, which functions resolve mainly around homocysteine, an amino acid that in excess increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis. This is one of the diseases that certainly should not be underestimated. Moreover, we should always be […]

The best diets during the menopause

The best diets during the menopause

For many women, menopause is a difficult time, which usually falls between 45 and 55 years of age and is associated with a gradual loss of fertility. Numerous physical and hormonal changes taking place in the body often translate into a worse mental state. However, the menopause is not only […]

Acidic yet healthy!

Acidic yet healthy!

The first reports about rhubarb and its properties come from China before 2700 BC. However, there will be no mention of the history of this vegetable, where it came from or who discovered it. After all, its impact on health is more important and definitely more worthy of being emphasised. […]

Free radicals – what is it?

Free radicals – what is it?

If you live in constant run and stress, eat everything or anything, smoke cigarettes and often save yourself with the painkillers – be careful! You are exposed to a massive attack of free radicals. What are free radicals?Free radicals versus antioxidantsExcess of free radicals in the body – what causes […]

Homemade juices

Homemade juices

The forerunner of juice therapy, Dr Norman Walker, considers fresh vegetables and fruit to be the primary source of ingredients. To make it easier to assimilate them, it is worth taking an interest in making homemade fresh juices. We must add that it is really worth it because they are […]

What and how to use green barley?

What and how to use green barley?

Recently, young green barley has gained great popularity as a preparation supporting weight loss, whether in the form of green powder for the preparation of cocktails or in the form of dietary supplements in capsules or tablets. But does green barley really help you lose extra weight? In what other […]

Romaine lettuce in your diet!

Romaine lettuce in your diet!

Roman lettuce is a kind of lettuce known for its being the main ingredient of Caesar salad. It is easily available, you can buy it in supermarkets, grocery stores and local markets. Romaine lettuce not only gives meals a unique taste but is also rich in nutrients. Check the properties […]

Healthiest infusion all around the World!

Healthiest infusion all around the World!

Ginger infusion warms the whole body, it also has antibacterial, antiprotozoal, anti-parasitic and anti-viral effects. In folk medicine, the ginger infusion has been used for centuries as a nauseating and vomiting agent. Interestingly, the ginger infusion can be brewed from both fresh ginger rhizome and powdered ginger sold as a […]

Broccoli – properties and nutritional values

Broccoli – properties and nutritional values

Broccoli has unique health properties. Among other things it protects against cancer, stomach ulcers, anaemia, and also have a beneficial effect on the functioning of vision and regulate blood sugar, which is especially important for diabetics. All thanks to the content of vitamins, minerals and sulforaphane – a powerful antioxidant. […]

New Year New You !

New Year New You !

Happy New Year! Have you made any new year’s resolutions? It is that time of year when many people take stock of their lives and maybe take on new challenges for the upcoming 12 months. After a period of over indulgence in many aspects of our lives, we tend to […]

Apple a day keeps the doctor away!

Apple a day keeps the doctor away!

Apples and their healing properties were already known around 6500 B.C. in the region between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, where they come from. These fruits rich in numerous vitamins were also a delicacy of the ancient Romans and Greeks. The nutritional value of apples is not uniform […]

Green Tea: Can it help with weight loss?

Green Tea: Can it help with weight loss?

Take a look at most of the weight loss supplements available on the market and you’ll often see green tea listed on the ingredients. It’s gained huge popularity as an all-round health elixir in recent years, as well as being touted to burn fat and help aid with weight loss. […]

The whole truth about antioxidants

The whole truth about antioxidants

Various antioxidant nutrients, such as vitamins E and C, are a typical component of bodybuilding diets. Most bodybuilders use supplements containing antioxidants in addition to what they get naturally in food. Antioxidants have been touted for their ability to aid exercise recovery, including relieving excessive muscle soreness. They block the […]

Antioxidants and training adaptation

Antioxidants and training adaptation

Health-oriented blogs are full of information about the pro-health properties of antioxidants. And rightly so, because the excess of free radicals kept for a long time can have fatal health effects. The situation, however, becomes more complicated when we try to translate this information into active athletes. Do the amounts […]

Lexicon supplementation N-acetyl-L-cysteine

Lexicon supplementation N-acetyl-L-cysteine

N-acetyl-1-cysteine is a dietary supplement that plays an important role in the world of athletes. It is usually used to significantly improve the regenerative capacity, immunity, and to help maintain a healthy digestive system. Many people are underappreciated, and people using NAC supplements praise their effectiveness. The active substanceAction and […]

See which supplements you should take, to make your exercise results be even better!

See which supplements you should take, to make your exercise results be even better!

The key to a slim figure and good mood is not just regular exercise and a healthy, balanced diet, but also supplementation. See which ones are worth taking to enjoy a healthy and good form! AntioxidantsOmega-3 fatty acidProtein supplementBCAA Amino AcidsGlutamineA set of vitamins strengthening hair, skin and nails Antioxidants […]

Vilcacora (Cats Claw) strengthens immunity, fights viruses and fungi, promotes cancer treatment

Vilcacora (Cats Claw) strengthens immunity, fights viruses and fungi, promotes cancer treatment

Vilcacora is commonly known in traditional Peruvian medicine. Heals from digestive ailments, arthritis, wounds, and even cancer. Today, it’s one of the most popular herbs sold in the USA. Vilcacory research Vilcacory’s research began in 1970 and has so far been carried out by scientists from Peru, Germany, Austria and […]