Phytonutrients
Flavonoid antioxidants
There are about 4,000 plant compounds classified as flavonoid antioxidants. These are phyochemicals found to naturally occur in plant pigmentation. Flavonoid antioxidants are very beneficial and nutritious and are useful to promote and maintain optimum health of the human body. We actually partake of them every day in their natural form when we ingest fruits, […]
Plant sterol supplements
Now that the medical profession knows more about what causes heart attacks and coronary artery disease we are being told that we need to decrease our cholesterol levels to remain healthy and to prevent heart attacks and coronary artery disease. Many scientific studies have been done that have been able to connect the dots in […]
Diindolylmethane
If you are a female, chances are you are at one of four stages in your life – either not worrying about menopause, dreading menopause, going through menopause, or happy that menopause, or as it is otherwise known “the change of life,” is over and done with. Many women report dire and uncomfortable symptoms when […]
Sulforaphane
Sulforaphane is a phytochemical that is part of the isothiocyanates family; phytochemicals have antioxidant activity. It is an anti-wonder! Anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, and anti-microbial properties are all of its attributes, plus more that are still being discovered and studied. It was first identified in broccoli sprouts, and the research exploded from there. Sulforaphane has many beneficial […]
Genistein
Genistein is a type of isoflavone that belongs to the group of flavonoids. It is a hormone-like substance commonly occurring in soya beans. Isoflavones like genistein are known to have several health benefits. Just like many other known isoflavones, genistein acts as an antioxidant and counteracts the damage caused by free radicals to body cells […]
Guggulsterones
A plant sterol is a substance extracted from certain types of plants, which when ingested, reduces the absorption of cholesterol by the small intestine. Guggulsterone is one such plant sterol extracted from the resin of the Commiphora mukul tree, commonly called the Guggul tree. This flowering plant is generally found in several regions ranging from […]
Anthocyanins
Anthocyanins are flavonoids that are found in certain plant pigments. The anthocyanins found in plants give flowers, fruit and wine their dark red, purple, or blue color. These phytochemicals are important parts of a diet. They provide many health benefits to people due to their antioxidant power. When you eat a food containing anthocyanins you […]
Nutraceuticals
Nutraceuticals is a term that dates back over twenty years. It was first introduced by a doctor named Stephen DeFelice. The basic concept behind the term was to have a combination of the terms pharmaceuticals and nutrition. This is a vague term that is used to describe many different supplements which origin from various plants. […]
Rutin
Rutin is a flavonoid that is often found in asparagus, buckwheat, orange, grapefruit, lemons, limes, apples, eucalyptus, hawthorn leaves, ginkgo biloba, St. John’s Wart, mulberries, and cranberries. It is a supplement that can be helpful to the circulatory system, and because of this it is often used in medications. Since it is so prevalent in […]
Lutein
One of more than 600 naturally occurring carotenoids, lutein is primarily found in numerous plants and green leafy vegetables. It has been studied to offer a myriad of benefits which is why many individuals are looking for lutein supplements that they could take regularly. Here are some of the health properties of lutein. 1. Lutein […]
Quercetin benefits
Quercetin is a naturally occurring substance known as bioflavonoid that is found in high concentrations in the skin of apples, red onions, citrus fruits and red grapes. Quercetin benefits are numerous. It is a potent antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties and it is known to decrease allergy symptoms. It does this by blocking histamine action […]
Astaxanthin benefits
While there are quite a few different health supplements available, not all of them prove to be truly effective. However, that is not the case for supplements that contain astaxanthin. There are a variety of possible health benefits you can get from using health supplements with astaxanthi and unlike some other supplement products that make […]
Phosphatidylcholine
The dietary supplement phosphatidylcholine is found within soy lecithin. It is often used a dietary or lecithin supplement for those who have high cholesterol, fat deposits on their arteries, liver problems, dementia, gallbladder disease, headaches, bipolar depression, high blood pressure, or multiple sclerosis. In addition to ingesting it as a supplement, phosphatidylcholine can actually be […]
Zeaxanthin
Within the retina of the eye there are two very important carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin. While it is interesting to note that both zeaxanthin and lutein have an identical chemical makeup, they are separated by the fact that there is a double bond that is apparent in one of the ends of the rings in […]
Hesperidin
Hesperidin is a flavonoid that is found mainly in citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges, and because of its antioxidant powers it is linked to the ability to help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Not only this, but there have been studies that have linked hesperidin with the ability to help decrease the amount […]
Essential phospholipids
If you have a desire to be as happy and healthy as you can be from the inside out you should certainly learn about and take essential phospholipids. Essential phospholipids are essentially purified extracts that will contain anywhere from 76% to 94% dietary lecithin. This percentage is equal to about four to five times as […]
Grapefruit pectin
Most health experts will agree that a diet high in healthy sources of fiber is a great thing. In fact, a diet high in fiber will allow for one to be healthier overall and will also help you to live longer! Grapefruit pectin may not be something that you have heard of or used before, […]
Ipriflavone
You may have never heard of Ipriflavone as it is a newer supplement. Regardless of it being relatively new to the market, it has many interesting properties and benefits associated with it. Ipriflavone is an isoflavone, which you may be familiar with, as isoflavones are often taken by body builders as well as those who […]
Beta-sitosterol
Beta-sitosterol is a plant sterol which is used as a nutritional supplement. Sterols are white waxy type substances which can resemble cholesterol in appearance. These plant sterols are found in many different plant sources. Beta-Stiosterol is found in plants such as the saw palmetto berry the black cumin seed, pumpkin seeds, soybeans and wolfberries. These […]
Beta carotene
Beta carotene is one of the family of highly pigmented fat soluble compounds that are present in many of the vegetables and fruits, grains and certain oils. This substance can be converted by the body into Vitamin A. Beta carotene can be found in yellow, red and deep green foods such as carrots, squash, apricots, […]
Lecithin
Lecithin, a lipid material which is made up of choline and inositol, is a substance that can be found in all living cells and is a major component of all living cell membranes. Its function is to regulate the different nutrients upon entering and exiting the cell. Lecithin is an essential lipid which is used […]
Lycopene
Lycopene is a fat soluble pigment that can be found in a number of fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, watermelon, pink grapefruit, papaya and guava. It has recently been discovered to be a powerful antioxidant and is recommended in a healthy diet for its ability to protect against the negative effects of light and […]
Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 or (CoQ10) is a vitamin-like, fat-soluble substance that is inside every human cell. It’s works in biochemical reactions that makes energy in our body’s cells. CoQ10 also acts as an antioxidant in the body by getting rid of free radicals. The area of cells that contain the most Coenzyme Q10 is the mitochondria. […]
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is not just one vitamin. It is actually a name used to describe a group of fat-soluble compounds. These compounds are chemical forms known as alpha-, beta-, gamma-, delta-tocopherol, and alpha-, beta-, gamma- and delta-tocotrienol. Vitamin E is naturally found in some of the foods we eat, however, sometimes it is added to […]
