Category: Nutrition

What is Maltodextrin

Maltodextrin is a food additive derived from starch, and is found in a variety of packaged and processed foods. It can also be in vitamins and sugar substitutes. It is one of many food additives derived from natural or organic … Continue reading

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What is Phenylalanine?

Phenylalanine is an amino acid found in three forms; D-phenylalanine, L-phenylalanine, and a mixture DL-phenylalanine. It is a common ingredient in various medical drugs and food items. It is important to understand where it is found, it’s common uses, and … Continue reading

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What Is Meditation

Meditation has a place in nearly every religious tradition, though it is mostly associated with eastern religions such as Buddhism. Meditation has also been found to have a range of benefits, including stress relief, lowering blood pressure and easing depression … Continue reading

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What Does Being Healthy Mean?

Being healthy means taking care of your body by eating well and exercising regularly. Though being and staying healthy may seem like a challenge, it’s actually quite simple once you get the hang of it. There are three factors that … Continue reading

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What is Leptin

The discovery of the leptin hormone by Dr. Jeffrey Friedman and his collegues at Rockefeller University offered a physiological cause for obesity and a promise of possible treatments. Friedman’s research, published in the December 1994 issue of Nature, studied obese … Continue reading

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