Category: Ingredients

Hydroxyethyl cellulose is a gelling and thickening agent derived from cellulose. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses It is widely used in cosmetics, cleaning solutions, and other household products. Hydroxyethyl cellulose and methyl cellulose are frequently used with hydrophobic drugs in capsule formulations, to improve the drugs’ dissolution in the gastrointestinal fluids. […]

The homeopathic remedy hydrastis is prepared from the dehydrated underground parts of the herb called goldenseal. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Hydrastis is used to treat any array of health conditions, especially those related to the mucus membranes. Benefits In homeopathy, hydrastis is an ideal medication for the characteristic symptoms associated […]

Fish and borage oils all contain essential fatty acids, or EFAs, but they are not created equal and differ in their health benefits. Fish oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, whereas borage oil is rich in omega-6 fatty acids. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses The EPA and DHA found in […]

Tuna is a finfish that belongs to the genus Thunnus in the mackerel family (Scombridae). This fish are distributed through out the world from tropical to temperate oceans of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian. There are eight common species of tuna, including Albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares), Blackfin tuna (Thunnus Atlanticus), Bigeye […]

Bioflavonoid supplements are available as individual flavonoids, such as quercetin (derived from onions), and as multiple bioflavonoid complexes (derived from citrus fruits), which are often combined with vitamin C. Compounds commonly featured in citrus bioflavonoid supplements include hesperidin, rutin, naringin, and quercitin. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Health Applications Antioxidant protection […]

Cetyl myristoleate is a chemical compound which is a type of fatty acid esteror, more specifically, a cetylated fatty acid (CFA). It is the cetyl ester of myristoleic acid. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses In alternative medicine, cetyl myristoleate is said to help with the following health problems: benign prostatic hyperplasia […]

D calcium pantothenate is a synthetic substance made from pantothenic acid and sold as vitamin B-5 supplements. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Vitamin B-5 is one of the eight B vitamins and an essential nutrient your body uses to create energy and break down carbohydrates and fats. Your body requires the […]

Cat’s claw is a plant. Two species of cat’s claw, Uncaria tomentosa and Uncaria guianensis, are of primary interest for use as medicine. Uncaria tomentosa is most commonly used in the U.S., and Uncaria guianensis is typically used in Europe. Medicine is made from the root and bark. Cat’s claw was ranked as the seventh […]

  Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Ways to Use Organic Blueberry Powder: Blueberry flavored frosting or icing Smoothies Yogurt Jello flavor booster (try it with lemon?) Cookies (esp. good in oatmeal cookies) Granola Bars Cook it in your oatmeal. put it in cakes, crumb cakes or buckles for added nutrition and […]

  Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Propolis is used for canker sores and infections caused by bacteria (including tuberculosis), by viruses (including flu, H1N1 “swine” flu, and the common cold), by fungus, and by single-celled organisms called protozoans. Propolis is also used forcancer of the nose and throat; for boosting the immune […]