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Rice protein is a vegetarian protein isolate that is an alternative to the more common whey and soy protein isolates. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Like other protein sources, brown rice protein can assist in weight loss or weight management, with the advantage of being very low fat and low calorie. […]

Olea  is a genus of about 40 species in the family Oleaceae, native to warm temperate and tropical regions of southern Europe, Africa, southern Asia andAustralasia. They are evergreen trees and shrubs, with small, opposite, entire leaves. The fruit is a drupe. Leaves of Olea contain Tricho sclereids. Contents Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Benefits Olive oil […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Promotes circulation both internally and when applied to the skin Maintains a healthy immune system Promotes oral health Helps alleviate sore muscles and joints Long used to flavor food and for its internal health benefits Benefits Brain Function: Cinnamon boosts the activity of the brain and […]

  Naringin is the chemical compound in grapefruit that is responsible for its bitter taste. It is classified as a phytochemical, which is a naturally occurring plant compound with potential nutritional benefits. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Naringin has also been shown to enhance the effects of drugs used to treat […]

A juniper berry is the female seed cone produced by the various species of junipers. Juniper “berries” are actually not berries at all, but tiny pine cones from the juniper bush. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Juniper berries have a pungent, pinelike flavor and are used to spice up many cuisines, including […]

Guduchi stem is a shrub that is native to India. Its root, stems, and leaves are used in Ayurvedic medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Guduchi stem is used for diabetes, high cholesterol, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), upset stomach, gout, lymphoma and other cancers, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), fever, gonorrhea, […]

Gluten free organic oats allow people with celiac disease or other gluten issues to enjoy their favorite foods again without fear of getting sick. Contents Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Benefits Oats to Lose Weight – it has been proven that eating fiber-rich foods, such as organic gluten free oats, help people stay full […]

Glucosamine hydrochloride, also called glucosamine HCl, is a supplement that comes in several forms and is sometimes combined with ingredients such as shark cartilage or chondroitin sulfate. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses People take glucosamine hydrochloride by mouth for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, glaucoma, a jaw disorder called temporomandibular disorder (TMD), joint pain,back […]

Gardenia florida, (gardenia, cape jasmine, cape jessamine, danh-danh, or jasmin) is an evergreen flowering plant of the family Rubiaceae. It originated in Asia and is most commonly found growing wild in Vietnam, Southern China, Taiwan, Japan, Myanmar, and India. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Gardenia florida (fruit) is used within Traditional Chinese Medicine to “drain fire” […]

Melissa Officinalis is a perennial herb from the mint family. The leaves, which have a mild lemon aroma, are used to make medicine. Melissa Officinalis is used alone or as part of various multi-herb combination products. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses This herbs has been used for centuries to treat anxiety, sleep disorders, indigestion […]