Role of Garlic as a Nutraceutical

The scientific name of garlic is Allium sativum that belongs to the family Liliaceae.

It is used by the people since ancient times in the preparation of food. It is cultivated in all temperate climatic regions of the world. It is not only used as a food but also in medicine.
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Tips for Weight Loss

Over weight is a common problem faced by most of the people all over the world. The people should have strong determination to reduce weight.
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Preparation, Properties, Standards, Synonyms, Chemical Constituents and Uses of Safflower Oil

Safflower oil is a fixed oil obtained from the ripe and dry seeds of Carthamus tinctorius, belonging to the family Compositae.

It is one of the most ancient crops which yields dye. It is mostly cultivated in Egypt as a dye-yielding herb and as an oil seed plant in countries like USSR, India, Mexico, USA, Ethiopia and Australia. It is regarded as a substitute for sunflower.
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How Statins are used to reduce the Bad Cholesterol?

‘Statins’ are substances that can reduce the LDL blood cholesterol levels (Bad cholesterol) and increase the good cholesterol levels (HDL) thereby preventing heart attacks, strokes , Angina and intermittent claudication (Pain in the legs).There are several kinds of statins differing in mode of action to reduce the cholesterol. (more…)