WHAT IS HYDROXYTYROSOL? Hydroxytyrosol is a tyrosol ester and phytonutrient (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health) that is believed to be 1 of the most powerful antioxidants available. In this article I will be taking a detailed look at hydroxytyrosol. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF HYDROXYTYROSOL? There is very little information available on the discovery of tyrosol. However, people have been aware of its healing properties for many years with olive oil (1 of the main food sources of … [Read more...]
Tyrosol Explained
WHAT IS TYROSOL? Tyrosol is a tyrosol ester and phytonutrient (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health) which can protect your body’s cells from dangerous free radicals, reduce your heart disease risk and much more. In this article I will be providing a full breakdown of tyrosol and its main health benefits. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF TYROSOL? There is very little information available on the discovery of tyrosol. However, people have been aware of its healing properties for many years … [Read more...]
The Lignans Explained
WHAT ARE THE LIGNANS? The lignans are a group of phytonutrients (plant based chemical compounds that have numerous health benefits but are not classed as essential nutrients). They are mainly found in seeds with flaxseeds often being the richest source. Although they are not classed as essential nutrients, early evidence suggests that they can prevent a wide range of nasty diseases (such as cancer and heart disease) and much more. In this article I will be taking a detailed look at the lignans and providing a full breakdown of their health benefits. WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF … [Read more...]
Explosive Exercise: Sprinting Your Way to the Best Shape of Your Life
Hello everyone. Today's article is a guest post from Mariana Ashley - a freelance writer who works for http://www.onlinecolleges.net/. ----- The slump. The plateau. The why-aren't-I-losing-weight-like-I-used-to? It goes by many names, but no matter what you call it, it stinks. After starting an exercise regimen and sticking to it for many weeks, people are often very disappointed (to say the least) to find that they aren't losing weight or gaining muscle at the rate that they were when the exercising started to pay off. Many people are convinced when they hit this fitness plateau … [Read more...]
Secoisolariciresinol Diglucoside (SDG) Explained
WHAT IS SECOISOLARICIRESINOL DIGLUCOSIDE? Secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (also known as SDG) is a lignan and phytonutrient (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health) which has strong links with breast cancer prevention. In this article I will be taking a deeper look at secoisolariciresinol diglucoside and its main health benefits. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF SECOISOLARICIRESINOL DIGLUCOSIDE? Awareness of the lignans dates back to the ancient Egyptians who used flaxseed as a food and … [Read more...]
The Hydroxycinnamic Acids Explained
WHAT ARE THE HYDROXYCINNAMIC ACIDS? The hydroxycinnamic acids are a group of phytonutrients (plant based chemical compounds that have numerous health benefits in the human body but are not classed as essential nutrients). They are mainly found in coffee but can also be sourced from fresh fruits and vegetables. Whilst the hydroycinnamic acids are not believed to be essential for human survival, they do have a number of important health benefits. Apart from coumarin, they are all potent antioxidants which keep your body’s cells safe from harmful free radicals (dangerous substances that are … [Read more...]
Coumarin Explained
WHAT IS COUMARIN? Coumarin is a hydroxycinnamic acid and phytonutrient (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health) which can be sourced from apricots, tonka beans and more. It does have some potential health benefits in humans but is also very dangerous as a food additive. In this article I will be providing a full overview of coumarin and outlining its potential health benefits and potential health risks. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF COUMARIN? Coumarin was first isolated in 1820 by … [Read more...]
Ferulic Acid Explained
WHAT IS FERULIC ACID? Ferulic acid is a hydroxycinnamic acid and phytonutrient (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health). It is a powerful antioxidant which can help your skin maintain its youthful appearance. In this article I will be taking a deeper look at ferulic acid and its health benefits. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF FERULIC ACID? There is little information available on the discovery of ferulic acid although it is believed to have been first isolated over 100 years ago in the … [Read more...]
Quick Moves to Get Rid Of Love Handles
Hello everyone. Today's article is a guest post from Aishwarya Vohra - a smart virtual assistant who works for Offshore Alley and loves to contribute to health and fitness blogs. ----- If you’re someone who’s struggling to get rid of love handles, you’re going to need a good approach to help remove the fat from this area of the body so that you can sport a lean midsection that has you looking and feeling great. Many people do tend to store fat in their midsection. By looking at the top movements that you can perform that will target these muscles, you can firm them up and see fast … [Read more...]
Chlorogenic Acid Explained
WHAT IS CHLOROGENIC ACID? Chlorogenic acid is a hydroxycinnamic acid and phytonutrient (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health) which has strong links with diabetes prevention. In this article I will be looking at chlorogenic acid and its health benefits in greater detail. WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF CHLOROGENIC ACID? Chlorogenic acid was discovered in 1932 but there is very little information available regarding its discovery. WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHLOROGENIC … [Read more...]