Cottonseed oil is among the most common vegetable oils used in the US. Referred to as “America’s original vegetable oil,” it has been a part of the American diet since the 1800s and has been in high demand among consumers since then Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This vegetable oil is […]
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Corn Fiber
Corn is a very good source of fibre. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Corn fiber has many uses as a nutraceutical ingredient. It can be processed to extract corn fiber oil and gum. Corn fiber may also be used in the production of xylitol, a popular, low-calorie sweetener. As a food […]
Copper Gluconate
Copper gluconate is the copper salt of D-gluconic acid. It is an odorless light blue or blue-green crystal or powder which is easily soluble in water and insoluble in ethanol. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Dietary supplement — metabolizable copper to treat copper deficiency. Used to treat acne vulgaris, common cold, hypertension, premature labor, Leishmaniasis, visceral postoperative complications. Ingredient of Retsyn Benefits […]
Colloidal Silicon Dioxide
Colloidal silicon dioxide: You might have seen it on a label or two and wondered what it is exactly. Colloidal silicon dioxide is actually a commonly used filler product. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Also known as colloidal silica, this agent finds itself into many food and medicine products. In addition, […]
Coffee Bean Extract
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Citrus Extract
Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses A daily supplement of citruses, such as lemon, grapefruit, oranges and limes. Benefits A blend of extracts from red orange, grapefruit, sweet orange, and guarana can reduce abdominal fat, waist and hip circumference, French researchers have found. Daily supplements of citrus-derived flavanoids and limonoids may reduce risk […]
Cinnamon Spice with Other Natural Flavors
Cinnamon is a spice that comes from the branches of wild trees that belong to the genus “Cinnamomum” – native to the Caribbean, South America, and Southeast Asia. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Romans used cinnamon to make their strong, bitter wine palatable, Greeks to season meat and vegetable dishes, Arabs in tea, […]
Chrysanthemum flower
Chrysanthemum (mum) is a plant. It gets its name from the Greek words for “gold” and “flower.” People use the flowers to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Chrysanthemum is used to treat chest pain (angina), high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, fever, cold, headache, dizziness, and swelling. In combination with other herbs, chrysanthemum is also […]
Charley Horse Cramps
Charley horse is another name for a muscle spasm. Charley horses can occur in virtually any muscle, but they are most common in the legs. However, frequent muscle spasms are often linked to underlying health conditions that need medical treatment. Contents Reasons Risk factors Prevention References Reasons A number of factors may cause a muscle to […]
Carrot powder
Most people are familiar with the carrot as the orange taproot eaten raw or cooked as a vegetable. Carrot powder, however, consists of the root, leaf and seed. While the powder retains some carrot-like flavor qualities, the leaf and seed temper the taste. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses One tablespoon twice daily. One tablespoon […]