Berberine Berberine is an alkaloid substance extracted from the roots of a few plants belonging to the Berberidaceae family, like barberry (berberis vulgaris) and mahonia (mahonia aquifolium), which is an ornamental shrub, and plants like yellowroot (hydrastis canadensis) which is a perennial herbaceous plant, and huang lian (coptis chinensis) one of the 50 essential herbs…
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What is spirulina for: 10 health benefits you should be aware of
Over the last years you probably have been hearing of superfoods, as foods with extraordinary nutritious properties. Among these superfoods you find spirulina, an alga which is recommended not only to those people who want to lose weight, but also to whoever wants to stay fit. So what is spirulina for? In this article I…
High Blood Pressure: Symptoms, Causes, Diet And Natural Remedies
High blood pressure, a pathology also knowns as hypertension, may cause even more severe pathologies, if it is not cured properly. In this article I am going to be dealing with the symptoms, causes and normal values of blood pressure; what to do to lower blood pressure, what to eat, foods to avoid and the…
How to Treat High Cholesterol Naturally? 10 Best Natural Remedies
High cholesterol is an issue affecting lots of people, mostly the elderly, and its cause is poor nutrition and the lack of physical exercise: though genetics also play a key role here. Keep reading if you want to know how to treat high cholesterol naturally, without taking medications. You can find lots of beneficial plants…
How To Predict A Stroke: Early Warning Symptoms
Given that 90% of strokes is preventable, it is essential to recognize the warning signs and seek for immediate medical help, in order to limit the damage and save the life of the person affected. Continue reading to learn how to predict a stroke by identifying some of the most common early warning symptoms. …
What Is Vitamin D For And 14 Low Vitamin D Symptoms
Meeting vitamin D requirements is essential throughout our life. But what is vitamin D for and why is it so important to fix low vitamin D symptoms as soon as they show up? Does anyone remember the “cod liver oil torture” when we were children? Even though it was, by far, the most hated…
What Is Intermittent Fasting For Weight Loss? Pros And Cons.
Lately a new form of weight loss strategy has been presented to us – the so-called intermittent fasting, also known as “on-off diet”, promising quick weight loss. So, what is intermittent fasting for weight loss and what are its pros and cons? I first heard of intermittent fasting from my brother-in-law who, following the…
9 Surprising Reasons for Your Sugar Cravings and How to Stop Craving Sweets
Diet enthusiasts know the term “cravings” very well – the compulsive desire for a certain type of food – and for those who want to lose weight, craving for sweet foods might be an impediment. You might be surprised to know the real reasons for your sugar cravings and how to stop craving sweets. In…
High Cholesterol Diet: Best Foods To Eat And Foods To Avoid
There is no such thing as a high cholesterol diet suitable for everybody, though there are some foods to eat and some to definitely avoid in order to keep cholesterol levels in check. The best way to lower cholesterol levels is following a well-balanced nutrient-rich diet and having a healthy lifestyle. Now let’s try…
Types Of Teas: Health Benefits And Differences
Tea has now become much more than just a beverage. For so many people it is something they can’t do fine without, and in this article, we are going to deal with the different types of teas, highlighting the health benefits and the differences among them. Tea originates from China and in time has…