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  Guggulsterone is a plant steroid found in the resin of the guggul plant. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This tree has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, and Ayurvedic texts dating back to 600 BC recommend it for treating atherosclerosis. Today guggul gum resin is used for arthritis, lowering […]

Guduchi stem is a shrub that is native to India. Its root, stems, and leaves are used in Ayurvedic medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Guduchi stem is used for diabetes, high cholesterol, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), upset stomach, gout, lymphoma and other cancers, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), fever, gonorrhea, […]

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Guaifenesin is used to treat coughs and congestion caused by the common cold, bronchitis, and other breathing illnesses. Benefits Guaifenesin is thought to act as an expectorant by increasing the volume and reducing the viscosity of secretions in the trachea and bronchi. […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Glycol Stearate, Glycol Stearate SE, and Glycol Distearate are mixtures of mono- and diesters of ethylene glycol and stearic acid used to formulate products including bubble baths, makeup, as well as hair, skin and nail care products. Benefits Glycol Stearate: emulsion stabilizer, opacifying agent, skin conditioning agent (emollient) […]

Glyceryl Stearate is derived from palm kernel, vegetable or soy oil and is also found naturally in the human body. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Chemically, Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize products, decrease water evaporation, make products freeze-resistant, and keep them from forming surface crusts. Glyceryl Stearate reduces the greasiness […]

Glyceryl oleate is the monoester of glycerin and oleic acid. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Used as emulsifier and nonionic co-surfactant in various skin and hair care products. Benefits Glyceryl Oleate is one of many glyceryl monoesters (an organic compound formed by an acid and an alcohol). It is a fatty […]

  Glyceryl laurate, also known as Monolaurin, also known as glycerol monolaurate, glyceryl laurate or 1-Lauroyl-glycerol. Contents Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Benefits Monolaurin is most commonly used as a surfactant in cosmetics, such as deodorants. As a food additive it is also used as an emulsifier or preservative. Monolaurin is also taken as a dietary supplement. […]

Co-emulsifier, naturally derived from glycerin and coco-fatty acids. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Glyceryl Caprylate is used in:  Calendula Body Lotion, Calendula Body Lotion – Travel, Evening Primrose Age Revitalizing Day Cream, Evening Primrose Age Revitalizing Eye and Lip Cream, Evening Primrose Age Revitalizing Night Cream, Millet Nourishing Shampoo, Oat Replenishing […]

Glycereth-2 Cocoate is an ester of Coconut Acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of Glycerin containing an average of 2 moles of ethylene oxide. Contents Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Benefits Mild non-Ionic surfactant with low eco-toxicological profile. Foaming booster and thickener. Thickener Foam booster Emollient Emulsifier Caution Considered to be generally safe. Interactions […]

Gluten free organic oats allow people with celiac disease or other gluten issues to enjoy their favorite foods again without fear of getting sick. Contents Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Benefits Oats to Lose Weight – it has been proven that eating fiber-rich foods, such as organic gluten free oats, help people stay full […]