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Magnesium stearate, also called octadecanoic acid, magnesium salt, is a white substance, powder which becomes solid at room temperature. It has the chemical formula Mg(C18H35O2) Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Magnesium stearate is often used as an anti-adherent in the manufacture of medical tablets, capsules and powders. In this regard, the substance is […]

The health benefits of Lavandin Essential Oil can be attributed to its properties as an antidepressant, antiseptic, analgesic, cicatrisant, expectorant, nervine, and vulnerary substance. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Lavandin oil is commonly used for additional fragrance in soap, body lotions, massage oils, and candles. It’s often used in baths and works […]

Magnesium carbonate, MgCO3 (archaic name magnesia alba), is an inorganic salt that is a white solid. Several hydrated and basic forms of magnesium carbonate also exist as minerals. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This medication is a mineral supplement used to prevent and treat low amounts of magnesium in the blood. Magnesium […]

Mangosteen fruit powder, which is typically made by grinding freeze-dried mangosteen pericarp and pulp, frequently pops up on ‘superfood’ and ‘superfruit’ charts listing the world’s most nutrient-dense foods. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses In Southeast Asia, the pericarp of the mangosteen fruit has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It […]

Lactobacillus is a type of bacteria. There are lots of different species of lactobacillus. These are “friendly” bacteria that normally live in our digestive, urinary, and genital systems without causing disease. Lactobacillus is also in some fermented foods like yogurt and in dietary supplements. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Lactobacillus is […]

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate is a fatty acid monoglyceride used in cosmetics as an emulsifier and stabilizing ingredient. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses It is also used as a fragrance and emollient ingredient. Glyceryl Stearate Citrate helps skin and hair to retain moisture. Benefits GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE is classified as SKIN CONDITIONING […]

The rhizome (underground part of the stem) is the part commonly used as a spice. It is often called ginger root, or simply ginger. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Ginger is commonly used to treat various types of “stomach problems,” including motion sickness, morning sickness, colic, upset stomach, gas, diarrhea, irritable […]

Isoleucine (abbreviated as Ile or I) encoded by the codons AUU, AUC, and AUA is an α-amino acid that is used in the biosynthesis of proteins. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Isoleucine is found in especially high amounts in meats, fish, cheese, most seeds and nuts, eggs, chickens and lentils. In […]

Hesperidin is a plant chemical that is classified as a “bioflavonoid.” It is found primarily in citrus fruits. People use it as medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Hesperidin alone, or in combination with other citrus bioflavonoids (diosmin, for example), is most often used for blood vessel conditions such as hemorrhoids,varicose […]

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate is a synthetic polymeric sulfonic acid. Also known as Aristoflex AVC. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Used in skin care products. Benefits According to the Cosmetics Database, this ingredient is used to increase the viscosity of a product due to its high molecular weight. It is manufactured by the company Clariant and […]