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Astragalus Astragalus is an herb used for the common cold, upper respiratory infections, allergies, fibromyalgia, anemia, HIV/AIDS, and to strengthen and regulate the immune system. It is also used for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), kidney disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Reducing side effects of chemotherapy. Early research suggests […]

Uses Sodium nitrite is a common ingredient added to processed meats and fish that helps preserve the food and prevent bacterial growth that can cause botulism. This food additive also adds attractive color to meat and fish. While sodium nitrite is naturally present in many fruits and vegetables, its use as a food preservative can […]

Sorbitol, or glucitol as it is sometimes called, is a slow-metabolizing sugar alcohol derived from fruits, corn and seaweed. Contents Uses Cautions References Uses It’s a sugar substitute found in foods such as frozen desserts, sugar-free chewing gum and diabetic candies. Sorbitol is only about 60% as sweet as sugar, however. It is also used […]

Agaricus Mushroom Agaricus mushroom is a fungus. It originated in Brazil, but is now grown in China, Japan, and Brazil for sale. A solution containing chemicals that are taken from the plant is used as medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Cancer Type 2 diabetes High cholesterol, “Hardening of the arteries” Ongoing liver disease […]

Alpha-lipoic acid Alpha-lipoic acid or ALA is a naturally occurring compound that’s made in the body. It serves vital functions at the cellular level, such as energy production. As long as you’re healthy, the body can produce all the ALA it needs for these purposes. Despite that fact, there has been a lot of recent […]

Soybeans grown with Organic Farming. The soybean is a species of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean which has numerous uses. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Organic Soy has the ability to improve the metabolism, help people gain weight in a healthy way, protect heart health, defend […]

Chromium is a mineral our bodies use in small amounts for normal body functions, such as digesting food. Chromium exists in many natural foods including brewer’s yeast, meats, potatoes (especially the skins), cheeses, molasses, spices, whole-grain breads and cereals, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Drinking hard tap water supplies chromium to the body, and cooking […]

Zinc is a metal. It is called an “essential trace element” because very small amounts of zinc are necessary for human health. Zinc is used for treatment and prevention of zinc deficiency and its consequences, including stunted growth and acute diarrhea in children, and slow wound healing. It is also used for boosting the immune […]

Green tea is a product made from the Camellia sinensis plant. It can be prepared as a beverage, which can have some health effects. Or an “extract” can be made from the leaves to use as medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions References Uses Prevent various cancers, including breastcancer, prostatecancer, coloncancer, gastric cancer, lung cancer, […]