Monthly Archives: June 2015

Garlic Lowers Cholesterol Levels: More Evidence

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Garlic (Allium sativum) is perennial herb that belongs to the same groups as onions, shallots, chives and leeks. Garlic is thought to have originated from India and central Asia, and was probably introduced to Britain by the Romans. Garlic produces … Continue reading →

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Why Is Depression So Difficult To Treat?

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Robert Barrington

The aetiology of depression is complex. The reason for this may be that depression is caused by different things is different people. The traditional view of depression is that it s caused by a deficiency of serotonin in the brain. … Continue reading →

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L-Phenylalanine and DL-Phenylalanine: Differences

Posted on June 20, 2015 by Robert Barrington

L-phenylalanine is an essential amino acid required for the synthesis of proteins. In addition, L-phenylalanine is the substrate for the formation of the catecholamine neurotransmitters and hormones. The catecholamines are adrenaline, noradrenaline and dopamine, and in the brain they play … Continue reading →

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The Benefits of Refined Fructose Post-Workout

Posted on June 19, 2015 by Robert Barrington
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Anatomy of A Bean: On The Nutritional Composition of Legumes

Posted on June 19, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Legumes or are the fruits or pod of plant belonging to the Fabaceae (Leguminosae) family. The seeds within such pods can be harvested and dried, and the resultant product is called a pulse or grain legume. Because they are not … Continue reading →

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Polyphenols: Improve Plasma Lipoprotein Profiles and Reduce Oxidative Stress

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Polyphenols are a large heterogeneous group of secondary plant metabolites. Polyphenols are likely involved in plant defences against pathogens and environmental stresses such as protection from pollution and ultraviolet light. The ability of polyphenolic compounds to protect plants from environmental … Continue reading →

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Fasting: How Does it Affect Cognition?

Posted on June 17, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Many people are unknowingly fasting because they do not eat from early evening one day to lunch time the following day. Evidence suggests that skipping breakfast is associated with certain detrimental health outcomes including weight gain and obesity. However, detrimental … Continue reading →

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Do Vitamin D Levels Continue Rise in The Autumn?

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Vitamin D is actually a hormone and not a vitamin. Vitamin D is synthesised in the skin of humans in a reaction catalysed by ultraviolet light. The first step in the synthesis of vitamin D is the conversion of hepatically … Continue reading →

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Obesity: Are The Poor At Higher Risk?

Posted on June 15, 2015 by Robert Barrington

The ‘income related reversal of fatness in the female’ is the paradoxical changes that occur to female body fat levels in individuals from different socioeconomic backgrounds. In this regard, females of low socioeconomic status are thinner than their wealthier counterparts, … Continue reading →

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What is the Quickest Way to Lose Weight?

Posted on June 14, 2015 by Robert Barrington

The quickest way to lose weight is to starve yourself. Fasting is the quickest weight loss strategy because it causes a loss of muscle mass, glycogen, water, bone density and body fat, and this provides rapid weight loss. However, the … Continue reading →

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