October 4, 2017

Heart disease confirmed as an early form of scurvy

Scurvy (also known as the “Sailors’ Disease”) is a condition resulting from a complete bodily depletion of ascorbic acid (vitamin C). It is a fatal disease […]
October 4, 2017

Our Study Proves That Heart Disease Is Linked To Vitamin C Deficiency

Heart attacks and strokes have consistently remained the leading causes of death. Atherosclerosis, the underlying cause of these diseases, results in 17 million deaths worldwide each […]
October 4, 2017

The Benefits of Micronutrients in Heart Failure

Heart failure is a serious health condition where the heart is unable to pump enough oxygenated blood to other parts of the body. According to the […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Green Tea Extract

The widely available extract from green tea consists of a combination of different phytonutrients (polyphenols) present in the tea leaves, which claim various health benefits. Green […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Cruciferous Vegetables

According to recent U.S. dietary guidelines, healthy people should consume at least 5-9 (and sometimes up to 13) servings of fruits and vegetables daily (one serving […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Resveratrol

Polyphenols are compounds present in various fruits, vegetables, coffee, tea and nuts. They are increasingly being found to have certain health benefits. Resveratrol is a polyphenol […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Curcumin

Curcumin is the most abundant natural phenol (curcuminoid) present in turmeric, the Indian curry spice, and gives it its yellow color. Obtained from the rhizomes of […]
October 4, 2017

Health Protective Effects of Phytonutrients: Quercetin

Phytonutrients are natural components of plants. Their important functions include protecting the plants from insects, diseases, draught, ultraviolet rays and pollutants. Until recently, phytonutrients were not […]