Behind the scientific name hesperidin methyl chalcone lies a powerful active principle. In May, we reported on its natural benefits for the cardiovascular system . In fact, its therapeutic potential has been shown to be much more extensive. Studies conducted over recent years suggest that hesperidin methyl chalcone offers benefits...
Atherosclerosis is a degenerative disease which affects the blood vessel walls. It is characterised by the accumulation of white blood cells, fats and calcium on the inside of the arterial wall, leading to the formation of plaque which weakens and impairs the artery. To prevent these atheromatous plaques from forming...
Have you heard about sea buckthorn berries? Since the beginning of the 2000s, interest in these small orange berries has been growing steadily, accompanied by a corresponding increase in their cultivation. Though their sharp flavour is not to everyone’s taste, these berries are actually more valued for their health benefits....
Known for its role in several of the body’s functions, vitamin D could in some cases have a significant impact on how effective a treatment is. So reveals a new study published in March 2017 in the journal Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics 1 .in which researchers found that a lack...
Some weeks ago, a new study was published on the management of arthritis-related pain. Arthritis is one of the three most incapacitating conditions and is probably the leading cause of locomotor disability. Those affected by the condition, and that includes more than 85% of all over-80s , know just how...