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Sylvia Rose
Feb 34 min read
Three Types of Amylase in Digestion & Fermentation
Amylase, a primary digestive enzyme, helps decompose carbohydrates into simple sugars. It's integral to digestion and yeast -driven...
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Sylvia Rose
Feb 23 min read
Lignans: Nature's Weapons of Defense
Lignans are compounds found mainly in whole grains, vegetables and seeds. Plants use them as defense weapons against threats like...
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Sylvia Rose
Feb 13 min read
Digestive Enzymes: Amylase, Lipase & Protease
Amylase, lipase & protease are digestive enzymes essential to health. As biological catalysts they metabolize macronutrients into...
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Sylvia Rose
Feb 14 min read
Molybdenum (Mo): Ecology & Human Health
Molybdenum (Mo) is a chemical element of great importance to nature, industry and health. A transition metal, molybdenum is also an...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 316 min read
Seven Trace Minerals: Nature's Little Helpers
Trace minerals are vital nutrients the human body needs in miniscule amounts. Supporting enzyme functions in processes such as oxygen...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 313 min read
Power of Pepsin: Potent Digestive Enzymes
Pepsin is an enzyme important to digestion and health. It breaks down protein-rich foods for smooth function of the gastrointestinal (GI)...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 305 min read
Enzymes: Marvels of Nature & Human Health
Enzymes are biological catalysts in functions essential to life. They ensure smooth digestion, fuel cellular activities and help maintain...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 304 min read
Lactase: Nature's Milk Digestion Enzyme
Lactase is an enzyme essential in digesting lactose , or milk sugar. A disaccharide, lactose breaks down as simple sugars glucose and...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 304 min read
Galactose: Simple Sugar of Nature & Health
Galactose is a simple sugar or monosaccharide. It's related to glucose, with both sugars produced through the same process. Galactose is...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 295 min read
Treponema pallidum: About the Syphilis Bacteria
Treponema pallidum is a parasitic spirochete or spiral bacterium, primarily known for causing the STI syphilis . It's tricky to...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 284 min read
Syphilis: History & Symptoms of a Ravaging Disease
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) of obscure origins, a spotty history and massive impact. In the Renaissance its...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 284 min read
Lignin: Ecology, Wood & Natural Health
Lignin is a complex organic polymer essential for plant structure and strength, familiar in human natural health as fiber. This...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 277 min read
Seven Probiotics: Human Digestive Health
Probiotics help maintain human health and support environmental balance. Seven major probiotics species benefit human physical and mental...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 275 min read
How & Why to Ferment Green Beans
Fermentation brings layers of flavor and a range of health benefits. Green beans are nutritious, but nourishing factors can be inhibited...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 274 min read
Fermenting Cabbage to Make Sauerkraut
Fermenting cabbage to make sauerkraut is a cultural and culinary tradition. This tangy side dish und sausage topping has plenty of health...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 267 min read
7 Primary Electrolytes: Essential Ions & Health
Electrolytes are essential minerals that carry electric charges. Dysfunction can make them fire off in unwanted ways. Integral for...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 255 min read
Kombucha: Ancient Brew & DIY Health Tea
Kombucha is a popular wellness elixir around the world. This sparkling beverage with ancient origins promises a range of health benefits....
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 253 min read
SCOBY & Mother of Vinegar: Cultured Cuisine
The Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast, or SCOBY, and Mother of Vinegar ( Mycoderma aceti ) both create delicious unique fermented...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 245 min read
Magnesium (Mg): Ecology & Human Health
Magnesium is an element and electrolyte crucial to life on Earth. As the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body, magnesium is...
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Sylvia Rose
Jan 245 min read
Electrolytes: Vital Minerals of Human & Environmental Health
Electrolytes are vital minerals like potassium and magnesium. Function or dysfunction of electrolytes affects health of humans and...
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