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The body content of iron in the normal individual is regulated primarily by absorptive processes. Relatively small amounts of iron are absorbed when body stores of iron are high, and relatively large amounts when body stores are low. This regulation of iron absorption is faulty in individuals with the metabolic disorder, hemochromatosis. Although hemochromatosis is […]

Magnesium citrate is a saline laxative that is thought to work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel movement within 30 minutes to 3 hours. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions References Uses This product is used to clean stool from the intestines before surgery or certain bowel procedures (e.g., colonoscopy, radiography), usually with other products. […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses I. glandulifera is used as a garden ornamental and as a honey plant. Soothes skin irritations and chronic dermatitis; seed oil for cooking Benefits Impatience; irritability; restlessness; frustration; enhances empathy and reduces stress Cautions Regular ingestion of large quantities of these plants can be dangerous due to their […]

Impatiens is widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere and the tropics. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Irritation Impatience Frustration and nervous irritation when progress is not considered fast enough Quick-thinking impatiens types are often content to work alone unhindered by the percieved slowness of others; they don’t feel the need to control others Benefits Impatiens is […]

Illicium Verum Oil is made from a herb called star anise. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Used as a diffuser Used as an inhaler to help ease bronchitis, cold and flu. Used in aromatherapy to help digestion and muscular pains. Used in cosmetics Benefits People try taking Illicium Verum for respiratory […]

Hypromellose is a semisynthetic, inert, viscoelastic polymer used as an ophthalmic lubricant, as well as an excipient and controlled-delivery component in oral medicaments, found in a variety of commercial products. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses As a food additive, hypromellose is an emulsifier, thickening and suspending agent, and an alternative to animal gelatin. Benefits Hypromellose relieves dry and irritated eyes. It is an eye lubricant. […]

Hypericum perforatum is a herb native to Europe, used in medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Traditional/Ethnobotanical usesThis plant has been used as an herbal remedy for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties since the Middle Ages General usesA wide range of studies support Hypericum’s place in the treatment of depression. Effectiveness is comparable […]

Hydrolyzed Super Collagen™ Type 1&3 is a complex structural protein that maintains strength and flexibility of skin, ligaments, bones, joints, muscles, tendons, gums, teeth, eyes, blood vessels, nails and hair. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses  Types I and III are found mainly in the skin, tendons, ligaments, and bones, while type II […]

Hydrolyzed Fish Collagen is manufactured from collagen which is the principal protein found in all animal skin and bones. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses  It is used in cosmetics and health products. Benefits Reduce wrinkles. Create firmer, smoother more radiant skin. Promotes a translucent, lustrous and even-toned complexion. Regenerate healthy skin tissues […]

Hydrated silica is a form of silicon dioxide, which has a variable amount of water in the formula. It is also known as silicic acid Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses  It is used in food products as an anti-caking and free-flow agent and in dentifrice applications.  Huber Engineered Materials carries a board line of hydrated silicas for multiple applications. Benefits Hydrated […]