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A group of liver enzymes regulate the functionality of hepatocytes. These require the appropriate contribution of vitamins and, specifically, the B1 or thiamine, pyridoxine or B6 and B12 or cyanocobalamin, in effecting the reaction of cleansing and detoxification. The participation of these nutrients is essential in case of acute or chronic liver failure if taken [...]

The dandelion is named for the leaves trimmed so that it possesses. It is a plant that grows almost everywhere in the world. Its leaves are eaten in salads. On the other hand, is of the same family as chicory. Dandelion Properties * Dandelion stimulates the secretion of digestive organs so it is used in [...]

The manufacturer of a dietary supplement does not have to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of a product before marketing. Many men take dietary supplements to feel good and health care. With so many dietary supplements available and so many messages about its health benefits, how can a consumer know what is safe and effective? [...]

The many B’s Numerous vitamins B, B-3 (niacin), B-6, B-9 (folic acid) and B-12 have been associated for years with better heart health. These vitamins can become even more important if it is determined the role of homocysteine. Homocysteine is an amino acid found naturally in the body. Elevated levels of homocysteine in the blood [...]

Before 1937, brewer’s yeast (natural product that contains almost all vitamins of group B) was given daily to the Swiss army soldiers “for the good results achieved in times of maneuvers.” Must be combined with calcium to enhance absorption by the organisms. Vitamin B12 is accumulated primarily in the liver. Animals and plants are unable [...]

Vitamin K was discovered in Denmark as a nutritional factor necessary for blood coagulation in chickens that were being fed a diet devoid of fat that made them bleeding. In administering certain foods, especially alfalfa and putrefied fish meal, was that such alteration was corrected. Vitamin K is stable and resistant to heat, therefore not [...]

Since the Middle Ages has been used cod liver oil as a remedy for rickets, but only until the First World War must be the cause of the disease and provided the scientific basis for its cure. There are two predominant forms of vitamin D: Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) derived from plants and cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) [...]

It was the first fat-soluble vitamin discovered. Two groups of researchers made the discovery almost simultaneously in 1913. They found that young animals fed diets without natural fats showed general disorders and did not grow. They also observed that showed inflammation and infection of the eyes, symptoms that could be quickly alleviated by adding natural [...]