L-Histidine is an amino acid. People use histidine for medical purposes. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Rheumatoid arthritis Anemia associated with kidney failure or kidney dialysis Allergic diseases Ulcers Benefits Antifungal properties: A team of Swedish researchers conducted both in-vitro and animal studies on the antifungal properties of histidine-rich glycoprotein, a multimodular plasma protein that […]
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L-Carnosine
Carnosine is a protein building block that is naturally produced in the body. It is concentrated in muscles when they are working, and it is also found in the heart, brain, and many other parts of the body. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Autism. Early research suggests that taking L-carnosine by mouth for 8 weeks […]
Laminaria Ochroleuca
Laminaria Ochroleuca is the Latin name for a species of kelp, also known as brown seaweed. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Laminaria ochroleuca is used in products from Spain, Germany, France, and the UK; these include rescue balms, repairing and anti-aging moisturizers, as well as dried and packaged foods. Benefits Extracts […]
Sterol
Sterols, also known as steroid alcohols, are a subgroup of the steroids and an important class of organic molecules. They occur naturally in plants, animals, and fungi, with the most familiar type of animal sterol being cholesterol. Cholesterol is vital to animal cell membrane structure and function and a precursor to fat-soluble vitamins and steroid hormones. References Source: Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sterol
Kosher Vegetable Glycerin
This glycerine is Kosher or Halal Certified. It is generated exclusively from vegetable-based sources and has many uses. It is a product mainly coming from Malaysia. Contents Uses Benefits Other Names References Uses Cosmetics Lubricants Food ingredients Soaps Sweetener Benefits Can help slow the progression of wrinkles and other unwanted facial features such as blackheads […]
Kola Nut Extract
Kola nut is the seed of the cola nut plant. Kola nut is used widely in Nigeria and many West African countries as part of traditional hospitality, cultural, and social ceremonies. It is also used to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Weight loss Depression Exhaustion Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) […]
Kojic Dipalmitate
Kojic Dipalmitate is an ester of Kojic Acid offering superior stability. Kojic Acid itself can be prone to instability with color-changes occurring over time, whereas Kojic Dipalmitate retains its stability for longer. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Body/facial care toners Anti-aging preparations Sun protection, after-sun & self-tanning Skin whitening/lightening Treatment for […]
Juice Concentrate
Concentrate juices, otherwise known as juice concentrates, are widely available and nutritionally similar to regular juice when prepared properly. Contents How to use Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References How to use Simply store it in your freezer until you’re ready to drink it, mix in some water, and you have a pitcher full of juice. The […]
Soy Protein Isolate
Soy protein isolate is a dry powder food ingredient that has been separated or isolated from the other components of the soybean, making it 90 to 95 percent protein and nearly carbohydrate and fat-free. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses Dairy-type products such as beverage powders, infant formulas, liquid nutritional meals, and some […]
Iron Oxides
Iron oxides are chemical compounds composed of iron and oxygen. The rust you see on metal is an example of natural iron oxide formation. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Iron oxides are widely used as inexpensive, durable pigments in paints Coatings Colored concretes: Colors commonly available are in the “earthy” end of the yellow/orange/red/brown/black range. […]