Thiamine Deficiency and Fluid Retention Thiamine, also known as Vitamin B1, plays a vital role in our body. It helps in the conversion of food into energy and is essential for the proper functioning of our muscles and nerves. But what happens when there is a lack of thiamine? How does it connect with fluid…
By: Jane Finn, RN I am astonished and amazed at the role that B1 or thiamine plays in our health. Thiamine plays a big role in the functioning of our nervous system. Jane Finn, RN has been battling various “symptoms” for a while. This is her story of Thiamine deficiency. By: Jane Finn, RN After…
Causes Of Zinc Deficiency In Humans Zinc is a mineral found in a wide variety of plant and animal foods. Zinc is called an essential trace element. This means that it is required by the body for proper growth, development, and functioning and that it is required in small amounts. In this article, we will…
What are the health benefits of Magnesium? Should You Take Magnesium supplements? If you want to stay healthy and fit, then it’s important to have a diet filled with nutrients and healthy compounds. Adding Magnesium to your diet is a very good idea since this mineral is crucial for your body’s wellbeing. It’s one of…
Of all garlic’s reputed medicinal benefits, perhaps the best well known is its use as a natural antibiotic and antibacterial agent with reports going back through history. There are even stories of it being used to ward off the plague. It’s not known how effective this was, however, there is some evidence that anthrax is…