Astaxanthin seems to be the latest rising nutritional superstar-and no wonder! Astaxanthin comes from microalgae and is classified as a carotenoid. This pigment is responsible for the color of salmon, flamingos, and crustaceans like crabs and lobsters. In nature, astaxanthin’s job is to provide protection from oxidative damage. This is good news to people taking …
The diet popular in the Mediterranean, rich in oleic acid found in olive oil, is one of the best diets in the world for heart and brain health. While we can glean a myriad of benefits from the oil of the olive, we can also benefit from the amazing properties of the leaves from the …
Bilberry fruit might be better known in the European countries where it is grown. Bilberries are a close cousin to the blueberry though bilberries are slightly more acidic in taste. They have been eaten and enjoyed for their benefits for hundreds of years. Much of the medicinal research done on bilberries relates to the properties …
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, and for one out of every 133 people, consuming gluten is a major problem, namely celiac disease. Gluten has become a problem partly due to the genetic tampering of the kernel, rendering it easier for the farmer and food processor but harder for the human …
A common use for aloe vera is in the topical treatment of skin irritations, wounds, and burns including sunburn. Aloe has been used topically for thousands of years both for cosmetic purposes and injury treatment. Aloe is effective for topical uses as it penetrates all three layers of the skin, but aloe can also be …
