Maltase

Maltase is one of the most important enzymes in our digestive process, as it is a key enzyme in the mouth and the saliva. The enzyme maltase helps to relieve the burden of digestion on the pancreas and the small intestine. Without this important enzyme, the small intestine has a much harder time breaking down […]

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Magnesium Stearate

Magnesium Stearate Magnesium stearate, also called octadecanoic acid or magnesium salt, is a white substance, powder which becomes solid at room temperature. Magnesium stearate is a compound of magnesium salt and stearic acid, which is a saturated fat found in many foods, says WorldwideHealth.com. It is often used in dietary supplements and cosmetic products and […]

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Lowbush Blueberry

Lowbush Blueberry Lowbush Blueberry, is a species of blueberry native to eastern and central Canada and the northeastern United States, growing as far south as West Virginia and west to the Great Lakes region, Minnesota and Manitoba. Benefits Blueberries are very low in calories. 100 g fresh berries provide only 57 calories. However, they possess […]

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Lithium

Lithium affects the flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Sodium affects excitation or mania. Lithium is used to treat the manic episodes of manic depression. Manic symptoms include hyperactivity, rushed speech, poor judgment, reduced need for sleep, aggression, and anger. It also helps to prevent or lessen the intensity of […]

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Lavender Oil

Lavender Oil (Lavandula Angustifolia Oil) is one of the most versatile essential oils. It has a sweet, floral, herbaceous aroma that is soothing and refreshing. Lavender oil is obtained by steam distillation from the flower spikes of certain species of lavender. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions References Uses Beauty Used in perfumes Medical / Health […]

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Lavender

Lavender is an herb. The flower and the oil of lavender are used to make medicine.  Lavender (scientific name Lavandula angustifolia) is commonly contaminated with related species, including Lavandula hybrida, which is a cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia, from which lavandin oil is obtained. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Lavender is used for […]

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Palm kernel oil

Palm kernel oil Palm kernel oil, which is extracted from the nut, or kernel, of a species of African palm tree, is commonly referred to as tropical oil. Palm kernel oil is primarily composed of fatty triglycerides, with approximately 80 percent saturated fats and 20 percent unsaturated fats. Palm kernel oil can be found in […]

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Lactase

Lactase is an enzyme. Like other enzymes, it is needed for a specific biochemical reaction in the body. The biochemical reaction that involves lactase breaks down lactose, a sugar in milk and milk products. Some people’s bodies do not make enough lactase, so they are not able to digest milk well. These people are said […]

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L-Ornithine

Ornithine is a chemical called an amino acid. It is made in the body. It can also be made in a laboratory. People use it as a medicine. Uses Ornithine is used for improving athletic performance, reducing glutamine poisoning in the treatment of a brain condition due to liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy), and for wound […]

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Insulin

Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that allows your body to use sugar (glucose) from carbohydrates in the food that you eat for energy or to store glucose for future use. Insulin helps keeps your blood sugar level from getting too high (hyperglycemia) or too low (hypoglycemia). The cells in your body need […]

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