If you’re the kind of person who paid no attention in chemistry class and completely avoided the elements in the periodic table, chances are you might have never heard of boron or its significance as a mineral for human health. But in reality, boron is nothing to be ignored when it comes to increasing testosterone […]
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Coconut oil that is extracted from coconut through a complicated process without the application of heat is called virgin coconut oil or VCNO. It is different from regular coconut oil in many ways, starting with the method of extraction. It has a unique fragrance and taste and is rich in antioxidants, medium chain fatty acids (MCFA), […]
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Fruits and vegetables naturally develop quite a few classes of chemical compounds which have anticarcinogenic properties. The cruciferous vegetables are predominantly rich sources of such compounds. These compounds include indole derivatives (indole-3-carbinol and indole-3-acetonitrile), dithilthiones and isothiocyanates. Indole 3-carbinol or I3C breakdown into several byproducts, chief of which is diindolylmethane or DIM. Thus, DIM is generated in […]
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You might’ve heard a lot about soy while growing up about how it is rich in protein and good for growth. But as you entered your adulthood, you certainly have come across warnings to minimize soy consumption for some reasons( such as infertility and low libido). Is there any harm in soy? Let’s find out. Quick […]
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Nitric oxide (NO) is one of the important molecules for blood vessel health in the human body. It is a major vasodilator, i.e., it keeps blood vessels open and flowing. Medical practitioners have always prescribed nitroglycerin to patients with chronic chest pain. Nitric oxide is mostly good at preventing cardiovascular disease by improving the flow of […]
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It is most probable that you live in a country where marijuana is illegal. In case you live in a place that has no restrictions on marijuana, and you are a frequent smoker of weed then chances are you must have heard a lot of rumors about it. Apart from the ones that talk about sanity […]
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