Monthly Archives: May 2023

When Does Protein Intake Become Too Much?

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Consuming too little protein is relatively common in large parts of the world as protein foods, particularly of animal origin, are expensive. In the West it is claimed that people eat too much protein, but really this is a philosophical … Continue reading →

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The Differing Effects of Flavonoids

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoids are polyphenolic chemicals synthesised by plants as secondary metabolites. In plants they play important roles in the protection of tissues from environmental damage including pathogens and ultraviolet light. When humans eat plants they absorb the flavonoids and here they … Continue reading →

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Peppermint Tea

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Peppermint tea is an interesting drink nutritionally because it has a number of effects not shared by other teas. Firstly, peppermint does not contain caffeine, and so peppermint tea is a good alternative to black and green tea for those … Continue reading →

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L-Tyrosine Supplements

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Robert Barrington

L-tyrosine is an amino acid that is used by the cells to synthesise adrenaline and noradrenaline using the tyrosine hydroxylase enzyme pathway. This pathway maintains adequate stores of adrenaline and noradrenaline, particularly in nervous tissue. Stress depletes the body of … Continue reading →

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Folic Acid and Homocysteine

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Homocystien is a product of methionine metabolism. Homocysteine has been shown to have detrimental effects on cells and tissues if levels rise. Under normal circumstances homocysteine is converted to other substances that are benign in their effects and so homocysteine … Continue reading →

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Breakfast Cereals: Healthy Or Junk?

Posted on May 24, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Breakfast cereals are commonly consumed in the typical western diet with milk. This is a common practice in many western countries and it is seen as unusual if these are not consumed. Breakfast cereals are often thought of as healthy … Continue reading →

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An Honest Appraisal Of Your Own Nutritional Stores

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Robert Barrington

You are what you eat and it is almost certain that if a particular food is in your cupboard, you will eventually eat it. Therefore one of the tenets of nutrition is that you should only buy food that is … Continue reading →

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Some Clinical Roles for Coenzyme Q10

Posted on May 22, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Coenzyme Q10 is required for the correct production of energy in mitochondria. In this role, it is vital to the production of energy in all eukaryotic cells. Supplemental coenzyme Q10 may have antioxidant and energy production roles, and this may … Continue reading →

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Coenzyme Q10 as an Anti-Aging Supplement

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Coenzyme Q10 is an important and essential component of the mitochondrial electron transport chain, and is therefore pivotal to energy production in all cells. In addition, coenzyme Q10 also functions as an antioxidant in plasma membranes, and so is pivotal … Continue reading →

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Are Green Tea Capsules Worth the Money?

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Green tea has been shown to provide significant health benefits to those that consume it regularly. Green tea is the leaf of the Camellia sinensis plant, and to prepare it the leaves are picked and dried. Once dry they are … Continue reading →

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