Ashwaghandha (Withania somnifera) is a herbaceous shrub whose root is widely used in Ayurveda, Indian traditional practice of medicine. Ashwagandha offers support during stressful periods, gives you inner peace and…

Pediatric Dilated Cardiomyopathy (PDCM) is a life-threatening heart muscle disorder in children. Hereby the heart muscle is dilated. A clinical study has shown that liquid ubiquinol supplementation improves heart function…

Magnesium has a pivotal role in various organs and body parts, especially during pregnancy. Magnesium supplementation during pregnancy is likely to reduce the occurrence of many pregnancy complications. This is…

Higher levels of vitamin D in the blood are associated with a lower risk of getting colon cancer. This is according to a study published by the Journal of the…

Amla, also called Indian gooseberry or Emblica officinali, is the most important medicinal plant in traditional Indian medicine. The fruits have many benefits and are invaluable in folk medicine. And…

One of the most popular treatments for depression, SSRI antidepressants, is risky, expensive and not very effective. This has prompted scientists to look for alternatives and it seems that they…

A high visceral fat level, or abdominal fat, is associated with lower vitamin D levels in obese individuals, according to a study by the VU University Medical Centre Amsterdam and…

Recent years has seen an unprecedented rise in autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Although researchers speculate on the reason for this rise, many factors likely contribute. However, overwhelming…

Micronutrient deficiencies remain a common problem worldwide. Current deficits of vitamin D, calcium and vitamin E will continue to increase in certain regions in the future. This appears from a…

Folic acid and folate are different forms of vitamin B9. Despite the fact that there is a clear difference between folic acid and folate, these terms are often used interchangeably.…