Vitamin D is one of the most widely-discussed vitamins: its deficiency is blamed on everything from low immunity to mood swings, and its effectiveness is widely accepted. However, according to a number of studies, claims about the benefits of vitamin D are sometimes overstated.
Nearly 1.8 billion people worldwide are infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, making it one of the world’s deadliest diseases. A team of scientists at Harvard University has discovered a specific mechanism that can be used to help the body defeat TB.
Any viral infection, whether it is ARVI or temperature, changes the human immune system. People who have had COVID-19 claim that after the disease they began to notice a constant loss of strength, decreased performance, lethargy, deterioration of mood, headaches, shortness of breath during exercise, and exacerbation of chronic diseases. What vitamins should be taken to "invigorate" the immune system after COVID-19?
"She looks like she is PMSing" is often heard as a reaction to irritability in women. Let's find out whether PMS is just an excuse for a bad temper, or whether it is a problem to be addressed by a medical professional.
The popularity of multivitamins has continued to grow in the world over the past 20 years. However, how to take them correctly and not to harm your health remains unclear. There are several reasons why taking multivitamins should be approached as responsibly as possible.
Have you ever struggled to remember a simple word? Do you regularly forget where you put your keys? Is it sometimes difficult to concentrate? These can all happen due to overwork and stress, or it can be a signal that it is time to take care of your brain.
The vitamin and supplement market is filled with a variety of products with different price ranges, compositions, and quality. We will help you make the right choice!
On one hand, expired pills do not differ from new ones in color or appearance. However, is it okay to use them once they are past the expiration date?
Etwa 1 Milliarde Menschen auf der Welt haben einen Vitamin-D-Mangel. In erster Linie sind diejenigen gefährdet, die in Regionen mit wenig Sonneneinstrahlung leben. Aber auch andere können von diesem Gesundheitsproblem betroffen sein. Was ist ein Vitamin-D-Mangel und wie kann man ihn ausgleichen?
7 reasons that should not be ignored.
In a new investment round, British startup Vitl received 6.2 million pounds in funding for its personalized nutritional supplements. Ornament Health AG was the lead investor in this round.
We associate vitamins with benefits to our body. However, fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) can accumulate in the body and be toxic in high concentrations. See inside.
For a pregnant woman to fully satisfy her need for vitamins and other nutrients, she will have to eat 24 hours a day. Since this is impossible, doctors recommend taking a dietary supplement. Which ones are the most important?
Look at the description of any health or cosmetic product and you will see antioxidants mentioned. The whole world is going crazy over them—why is this? Can they protect our body from aging? What does it all mean?
Diet, dietary restrictions, and intense physical activity immerse our body in artificial stress and create a deficiency of vitamins and minerals. And this, in turn, negatively affects health and prevents you from achieving your goals, be it losing weight or gaining muscle. What shall you do about it?
Where can you find vitamin B3? There is plenty of it in dairy products, poultry, fish, lean meat, nuts, legumes, and eggs. Why should you look for it? You can't even imagine how much does it mean to the body!
Your hair is very sensitive and reflects all changes in your body. If you have noticed that your hair has become dull, thinner, or lost its volume, you should consider looking into the reasons why it might be happening.
Does breastfeeding always necessitate a strict diet, or is it all just the worries of overcautious pediatricians? Let's find out what a breastfeeding mom should eat to help her baby grow healthy.
Vitamin D is considered by many to be a panacea for numerous diseases. People "prescribe" huge doses to themselves without even bothering to do an analysis of whether they should be taking it. Taking too much vitamin D can result in a variety of health issues.
There are a wide variety of Omega-3 forms and dosages available on the market, which can easily lead to confusion. Here is what you should consider when selecting the best one for you.
Everything in the human body is connected. If something’s wrong with one of our body’s systems, it will impact other areas. Nails for example. Changes to the color, structure, and shape of one’s nails may be a sign of illness.
Frequent cramps and excessive cravings for sweets are the most common signs of magnesium deficiency. However, there are also other unpleasant issues that you can avoid or get rid of by taking magnesium.
A higher intake of alpha-tocopherol in early childhood is associated with a lower chance of elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels in adolescence, according to a study published in the journal Hepatology. Jennifer A. Wu Baidal, M.D., professor at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City, and her colleagues found this relationship by observing 528 children over 10 years.
Vitamin E ist Ihre Schönheit und Ihr Immunsystem. Woher weiß man, dass der Tocopherolspiegel niedrig ist, und wie kann man ihn erhöhen?
In order for migraine attacks to occur less often, you need to learn to recognize their signs in advance. This will help to determine the approach of an attack and prevent or reduce its intensity.