Monthly Archives: November 2017

Yoghurt As A Fat Burner

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Fat Loss: Protein Is Pivotal

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Dietary protein is important because it is the main source of nitrogen (protein is made of chains of amino acids, and all amino acids contain at least one nitrogen group). Without adequate nitrogen, the natural turnover of the skeletal muscle … Continue reading →

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Anthocyanin Chemistry: Colour Changes

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Anthocyanins are a group of phytonutrients with polyphenolic structures. They belong to the flavonoid group of nutrients and possess A, B and C rings with various subgroups that produces a range of different chemicals. Anthocyanins are found in plants as … Continue reading →

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Does Drinking Green Tea Cause Fat Loss?

Posted on November 12, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Polyphenols Found in Tea

Posted on November 12, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Can Rhodiola Improve Exercise Endurance?

Posted on November 11, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Brewing Tea for Antioxidants

Posted on November 11, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Seasonal Variation in Blood Cholesterol

Posted on November 10, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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The Best Drink For Rehydration?

Posted on November 10, 2017 by Robert Barrington

There is controversy as to the best way to rehydrate following fluid depletion. The traditional and accepted method is to consume an oral rehydration drink that is a solution of salt and glucose. This takes advantage of the active transport … Continue reading →

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On The Composition of Black Tea

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Evidence continues to accumulate as to the health benefits of drinking decoctions of the Camellia sinensis plant (tea). Human clinical trials and epidemiological studies show that tea provides a panacea of health effects, likely due to its antioxidant nutrients. Animal … Continue reading →

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