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Muscadine grapes were discovered in 1810 in North Carolina, growing in the wild. These grapes are native to the southeast United States and are particularly well-adapted to the hot humid growing conditions of that region. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses The properties of this extract are said to improve cardiovascular health, […]

1,2,3-Propanetriol Trioctanoate known as Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are triglycerides whose fatty acids have an aliphatic tail of 6–12 carbon atoms. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses MCTs are used along with usual medications for treating food absorption disorders including diarrhea, steatorrhea (fat indigestion), celiac disease, liver disease, and digestion problems due to partial […]

Lauroyl Lysine is an Amino Acid derivative that is made from natural coconut fatty acid (coconut oil). Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Lauroyl lysine is a derivative of lysine, commonly used in skin and hair-care products. Benefits Manufacturers use lauroyl lysine as a hair and skin-conditioning agent. As a conditioning agent, […]

Larix decidua, common name European larch, is a species of larch native to the mountains of central Europe, in the Alps and Carpathian Mountains, with disjunct lowland populations in northern Poland and southern Lithuania. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Larix decidua is used for infections, including the common cold, flu, H1N1(swine) flu, […]

Kiwi fruit is packed with vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, (more than orange), vitamin K, Vitamin E, vitamin B, potassium and manganese. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses The great source of fiber, both soluble and insoluble, is absolutely the best fiber for intestinal and cardiovascular problems. The soluble fiber […]

A hydrocolloid dressing (trade names include Exuderm,Comfeel Plus, Duoderm, Granuflex, Ultec, and 3M Tegaderm Hydrocolloid) is an opaque dressing for wounds. A hydrocolloid dressing is biodegradeable, non-breathable, and adheres to the skin, so no separate taping is needed. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Dressings may be used, under medical supervision, even […]

HPMC, also known as hypromellose, an increasingly popular alternative to gelatin and gluten. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses HPMC is a chemically modified cellulose polymer that is off-white in color and considered safe for human consumption. Alternative to Gelatin: It serves as an alternative to gelatin because of its vegetarian source […]

Humulus is a plant. The dried, flowering part of the plant is used to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses It is a primary ingredient in beer brewing but can also be used as a supplement to induce calmness or help combat insomnia. It is particularly useful for insomnia which […]

High oleic oil is any oil that is high in monounsaturated fats.  Olive and canola oil are naturally high in monounsaturated fat, but they are also high in polyunsaturated fats which mean they are not very shelf-stable. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses In the past, food companies used hydrogenated oils (trans […]

You probably already know that moderate consumption of wine made from red grapes can have positive effects on your cardiovascular health. But did you know that also grape leaves are edible and that they are good for you, too? That’s right. Whether freshly plucked from grapevines or canned, grape leaves can supply your body with […]