Lipid peroxidation refers to the oxidative degradation of lipids. It is the process in which free radicals “steal” electrons from the lipids in cell membranes, resulting in cell damage. Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lipid_peroxidation
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Mucopolysaccharides
Mucopolysaccharides are long chains of sugar molecules that are found throughout the body, often in mucus and in fluid around the joints. They are more commonly called glycosaminoglycans. Source: Mucopolysaccharides | University of Maryland Medical Center, umm.edu/health/medical/ency/articles/mucopolysaccharides#ixzz3QnmRznkQ
Chocolate
Chocolate is produced from the dried seeds which are found in pods on the cacao tree. Contents Benefits Cautions References Benefits Chocolate has gotten a lot of media coverage in recent years because it’s believed that it may help protect your cardiovascular system. The reasoning being that the cocoa bean is rich in a class of […]
Inulin
Inulin is a starchy substance found in a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs, including wheat, onions, bananas, leeks, artichokes, and asparagus. The inulin that is used for medicine is most commonly obtained by soaking chicory roots in hot water. Inulin is used for high blood fats, including cholesterol and triglycerides. It is also […]
Oligofructose
Oligofructose is a form of dietary fiber found in vegetables and other plants, but it’s available as a supplement also. A prebiotic, it serves as food for “friendly” bacteria that live in your intestines. In addition, it’s a soluble fiber, which means it dissolves in water. If you eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, you […]
Fructan
The term “fructans” refers to two types of soluble fiber — inulin and oligofructose. Fructans are found naturally in a few foods and added to many others to increase their fiber content without greatly changing their taste and texture. Although fructans have some health benefits, eating them in large amounts may cause some unpleasant side […]
Saponin
Saponins can be found in around 100 different plant families, including food sources such as beans and legumes, yams and yucca. These nutrient compounds have the ability to form stable foam and are found in products such as root beer and beer, shampoo and soap for this reason. Saponins from food sources may help decrease […]
Sucrose
Sucrose is a disaccharide consisting of a mixture of monosaccharides glucose and fructose. In its most common form, sucrose is easily recognizable as table sugar. As with most other forms of sugar, you should consume sucrose in moderation, if at all. According to the American Council on Exercise, the over-consumption of sucrose may carry some […]
Sodium saccharin
Sodium saccharin Sodium saccharin is a salt (Sodium} of the artificial sweetener saccharin. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Saccharin is non-nutritive and is used to add sweetness to beverages and foods without the calories or detrimental effects of consuming sugar. Using artificial sweeteners can help you reduce your consumption of sugar. High sugar consumption […]
Peach
Peaches, with their soft skin and sweet flesh, are a summertime staple. One of the largest fruit crops grown in the United States, peaches provide a great deal of nutrients with few calories and no fat. Peaches are a healthy way to fit in one of your daily servings of fruit. Benefits Weight Control: One […]