Vitamins are also called as organic compound which is used as a nutrient in small amounts in several organisms. The word vitmain emerged from the combination of two words such as ‘vital’ and ‘mineral’ . In the same way a compound is also known as vitamin when the synthesiezed process is done insufficiently in organisms and as a result it is obtained from their diet. So the usages of vitamins depend on both circumstances and especially on specific organism such as ascorbic acid acts as vitamin C in certain animals which are not applicable in many animals. Read the rest of this entry »

Really little is scientifically know about proteins and your health. This will endeavor to bring you up to date with this little knowledge; the basics of what you need to know about proteins.

Proteins make up 15% of your mass. Most of your body is constructed from protein molecules e.g. muscles, cartilage, ligaments, skin and hair are mainly protein. Haemoglobin, hormones, antibodies, enzymes are all proteins. Read the rest of this entry »

Everyone knows that a high metabolism helps to burn off and keep off unwanted pounds, as well as building strong muscles. Consuming protein has been shown to be a great step towards raising your metabolism. However, this does not mean starting a bacon and fried chicken diet, but rather adding more low-fat, nutrient rich, lean meats and legumes to your diet. Read the rest of this entry »

Minerals are an often overlooked component in the vitamin supplement equation. But they are essential for health, and perhaps less readily available to us as we think. Read the rest of this entry »

Really little is scientifically know about proteins and your health. This will endeavor to bring you up to date with this little knowledge; the basics of what you need to know about proteins.

Proteins make up 15% of your mass. Most of your body is constructed from protein molecules e.g. muscles, cartilage, ligaments, skin and hair are mainly protein. Haemoglobin, hormones, antibodies, enzymes are all proteins. Read the rest of this entry »