Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Iodine?Health BenefitsSide EffectsIodine DeficiencyDosage and InteractionsSources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Iodine? Health Benefits Side Effects Iodine Deficiency Dosage and Interactions Sources Your body can’t produce iodine independently. Instead, you must obtain it through your diet or as a supplement. Iodized salt is the primary source of this mineral in the United States. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate supplements the way it regulates prescription drugs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesNutritionSide EffectsDosageSources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Nutrition Side Effects Dosage Sources Alfalfa leaf benefits are largely from its antioxidant properties. Some also believe it may help lower cholesterol, stimulate milk production, control blood sugar, relieve menopausal symptoms, and benefit sperm quality, though more research is needed to confirm these claims. Alfalfa (Medicago sativa)is a perennial plant (meaning it regrows every year)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUses of BarberrySide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreSimilar SupplementsSources & What to Look ForSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses of Barberry Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Similar Supplements Sources & What to Look For Summary Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) has long been used to treat digestive issues like constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain, heartburn, and loss of appetite. It’s also been studied as a remedy for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and polycystic ovary syndrome....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Boron Works in the BodyUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageInteractionsSourcesFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Boron Works in the Body Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Interactions Sources FAQ Boronis a naturally occurring element found in foods and available as a supplement. It’s thought to have benefits such as improving athletic performance, boosting bone health, preventing cancer, treating yeast infections, and reducing symptoms of osteoarthritis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHealth BenefitsPossible Side EffectsDosage and PreparationWhat to Look ForFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Health Benefits Possible Side Effects Dosage and Preparation What to Look For Frequently Asked Questions Calciumis an essential nutrient found in dairy products, dark-green leafy vegetables, legumes, and fortified foods.The most abundant mineral in the body, 99% of calcium is stored in the bones and teeth....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsPreparation and SafetyRisks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Preparation and Safety Risks Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a tuberous root vegetable. It is also known as manioc, yuca, or mandioca and is native to South America. The root vegetable tastes similar to other starchy vegetables, such as yams and sweet potatoes, and is described as earthy, nutty, and either slightly bitter or sweet, depending on the type....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCompounds in Dark ChocolateDark Chocolate BenefitsThings to Keep in MindWho Shouldn’t Eat Dark Chocolate Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Compounds in Dark Chocolate Dark Chocolate Benefits Things to Keep in Mind Who Shouldn’t Eat Dark Chocolate The cocoa content is what differentiates dark chocolate from milk and white chocolates. Dark chocolate has a lot more cocoa solids than milk chocolate. And there are no cocoa solids in white chocolate....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutrition Facts and BenefitsDiabetes and KiwifruitWho Should Avoid Kiwis?Fresh vs. Juiced Kiwifruit Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrition Facts and Benefits Diabetes and Kiwifruit Who Should Avoid Kiwis? Fresh vs. Juiced Kiwifruit Kiwifruit (sometimes called kiwi) is a high-fiber fruit with green flesh and fuzzy brown skin. Though most people scoop out the flesh, you can also eat kiwi skin. More than 90% of kiwifruit is grown in New Zealand....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutrition FactsBenefitsSupplementsWho Should Avoid It?What Is Too Much? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrition Facts Benefits Supplements Who Should Avoid It? What Is Too Much? Many compounds in garlic, such asallicin, give it medicinal properties. Garlic is known to have antioxidant,anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties. It also may protect the heart, liver, immune system, digestive system, and more. Garlic is a diverse plant that can be eaten raw, cooked, and even taken as a supplement....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesDeficiencySide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreSimilar SupplementsSources & What to Look ForFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Deficiency Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Similar Supplements Sources & What to Look For Frequently Asked Questions Researchers have explored a wide range of uses for conditions such as cystic fibrosis, chemotherapy-related toxicity, and Parkinson’s disease. However, not enough scientific evidence exists to support its use in preventing or managing any health condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityStorageSources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Storage Sources Glycineis one of the manyamino acidsthat benefit your body in many ways. It stimulates the production of the “feel-good” hormone serotonin, plays a role in nerve signal transmission, and helps clear toxins from the body. Glycine is also the key component of collagen, which gives structure to bones, skin, muscles, and connective tissues....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are GAGs?BenefitsAnti-AgingJoint HealthWeight LossSide EffectsDosageWhat to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are GAGs? Benefits Anti-Aging Joint Health Weight Loss Side Effects Dosage What to Look For Glycosaminoglycans(GAGs)—also known asmucopolysaccharides—play key roles in maintaining your health. This has made it a popular ingredient in anti-aging products. The water-binding molecules support skin health, maintainingcollagenand elastin as well as hydration. They also help to protect joint health and related connective tissues likecartilage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageStorageSimilar SupplementsSources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Storage Similar Supplements Sources The root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabraorGlycyrrhiza uralensis) is used in traditional medicine as a digestive remedy, including heartburn andconstipationrelief. It also may be used to treat conditions includingeczema,bronchitis, andmenstrual cramps. Most of the benefits of licorice root are thought to be due to its most active ingredient,glycyrrhizin....