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Vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids regulate serotonin level.

Vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids regulate serotonin level.

Serotonin regulates many brain func tions and behaviors. Such disorders as attention deficit, hyperactivity, bipolar disease, schizophrenia or impulsive behaviors are connected to the improper serotonin level. Vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids supplementation demonstrates a beneficial effects in all the above mentioned disorders.Source: Vitamin D and Omega-3 fatty acids […]

7 properties of Saw Palmetto

7 properties of Saw Palmetto

Saw Palmetto has found its application in supplementation due to a range of interesting properties this plant represents. However, before we enumerate all pro-health features, it is worth mentioning about the origin and utilization of the plant. What Saw Palmetto is actually?Saw Palmetto as pupport in the fight with impotenceSaw Palmetto […]

Cat’s claw – a cure for inflammation

Cat’s claw – a cure for inflammation

Many people, even without realizing it, suffer from various types of problems resulting from increased inflammation in the body. Starting with skin problems such as atopic dermatitis, increased muscle soreness, rheumatic changes in joints, and autoimmune diseases that can have a significant impact on our lives. Cat’s Claw – what […]

Broccoli and cauliflower support the growth and regeneration of muscles

Broccoli and cauliflower support the growth and regeneration of muscles

Cruciferous vegetables of the Brassica group, which broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage are a part of, contain a significant amount of secondary metabolites: the glucosinolate and myrosinase enzyme. In the process of shredding or later chewing the vegetables, glucosinolates are transformed into isothiocyanates, such as sulforaphane. Sulforaphane protects against cancerEffect on […]

Vitamins, their bioavailability and changes during storage, baking and boiling

Vitamins, their bioavailability and changes during storage, baking and boiling

In connection to storing various products (temperature, pH, access to light, etc.) and their technological treatment (baking, boiling etc.), the content of vitamins in these products changes. What also changes is their bioavailability due to chemical alterations of compounds contained in a given product. In this post, I will present […]

Brazil nuts and their properties

Brazil nuts and their properties

Nuts are probably the most nutritious, healthy products and are definitely the basis of a well-balanced diet. Unfortunately, a lot of people still believe the myth that they are too fatty and have too many calories to be considered as a permanent component of a light menu. Today, we will […]

Curcumin – a natural alternative to painkillers!

Curcumin – a natural alternative to painkillers!

Curcumin is a polyphenolic compound with a broad pro-health effect, naturally occurring in turmeric. It is mainly attributed to anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and cardioprotective properties. As it turns out, turmeric is also indicated as an alternative to painkillers. And this aspect of the effectiveness of curcumin was examined by researchers from […]

High doses of biotin may cause reversal of progressive disability in multiple sclerosis!

High doses of biotin may cause reversal of progressive disability in multiple sclerosis!

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory-demyelinating disease of the central nervous system. Currently, MS is considered an autoimmune disease. It consists in the breakdown of axons and damage (demyelination) of myelin sheaths of neurons, oligodendrocytes and microglia cells by the host’s immune system. This causes serious disturbances in the […]

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 […]

Extraordinary bioflavonoid – naringenin

Extraordinary bioflavonoid – naringenin

Bioflavonoids are plant compounds occurring primarily in citrus fruit. Their positive influence on the functioning of the human organism has been confirmed by many scientific studies. Among dietary supplements containing bioflavonoids, naringenin is frequently encountered. Where does the popularity of this active ingredient come from? Naringenin for health… Similarly to […]

What oil is the healthiest for frying?

What oil is the healthiest for frying?

What should we use for frying? Sunflower oil, rapeseed oil, olive oil, or maybe coconut oil or lard? Frying in high temperatures, within 180°C changes the molecular structure of fat, which reacts with oxygen from the air, forming lipid peroxides and aldehydes. This oxidation also occurs in room temperature, just […]

Advantages of PF breakfast

Advantages of PF breakfast

We know that P+F type breakfast is really popular right now. I myself personally prefer this approach with several important factors that I will give below. The issue of not denying the standard thought of “porridge with fruit must be a fundamental element of the morning diet” is clear if […]

Instant M-Z protein bars

Instant M-Z protein bars

The easiest rule to making these bars is that you add whatever you can find, because every person needs to sort out their kitchen cupboards sometimes! Below is the basic recipe: 100g of protein supplement 50g of oatmeal 50g of nuts 50g of dried fruits 60g of dark chocolate 50ml […]

To drink or not to drink cow’s milk?

To drink or not to drink cow’s milk?

As you know, I’m not a fan of dairy products, especially cow’s milk from the store – I try to avoid it. Mainly it comes to lactose and the sugar in it, a very high percentage of adults do not digest lactose – because they do not have the lactase […]

Vitamin D reduces acne

Vitamin D reduces acne

The Korean study published in the journal PLoS One in 2016 dealt with the influence of vitamin D on common acne. Acne and vitamin D level The level of vitamin D was tested in 80 people suffering from acne. Deficits were detected in 48,4% of patients with acne and only […]

Levorotatory vitamin C

Levorotatory vitamin C

There exists a very weird and unnecessary myth around vitamin C. I have explained this many times in the comments, but I would like to get it right in the post. Vitamin C is L-ascorbic acid. The letter “L” stands for the isomer with the relative configuration L. Naming it […]

Protein omelette cheesecake

Protein omelette cheesecake

Today, a typical protein omelette, without raisins, perfect for people on a low carb diet. The omelette tastes really similar to a cheese cake, hence the name. Preparation of this omelette seems extremely easy, however, experience shows that frying it in a way it keeps its solid shape is not […]

How to bake protein muffins

How to bake protein muffins

Preparation time: 30 minutes Ingredients: (12 pieces) 2 mashed ripe bananas Serving of a protein supplement ½ glass of dried cranberries 1 glass of oatmeal 1 glass of rye flour ¾ glass of skimmed milk (0,5%) 1 egg, 2 egg whites 3 tablespoons of rapeseed or coconut oil Half a […]

More about Lactose

More about Lactose

Some time ago I discovered that I don’t react well to lactose (like 60% of adults in Poland, apparently!). I eliminated dairy completely, but after a while my body started demanding it. Additionally, there came the matter of compensating for the deficiencies caused by the lack of dairy products in […]

Birch sugar, an alternative to white sugar?

Birch sugar, an alternative to white sugar?

Birch sugar, also called xylitol, is probably the healthiest alternative to white sugar. Acquired in a completely natural way from a birch bark, it has a lot of benefits and health properties. I started changing by eating habits by completely eliminating white sugar from my menu. It also included colourful […]