Mechanisms of Action Hyperoxia: Effective Mechanism of Hyperbaric Treatment at Mild-Pressure …the oxygen entering the mitochondria can reverse tissue hypoxia, activating the electron transport chain to generate energy. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research Under 1.3 atm absolute condition, dissolved oxygen in the plasma increased only 1.5 times, whereas it increased about 20 times …
Lecithin: Uses, Health Benefits, Dangers
Lecithin is a fatty substance that occurs in many plant and animal tissues. Lecithin benefits are due to it being an excellent source of phospholipids, which are the largest component of membranes in the body (eg, cell membranes). (R) Lecithin is rich in phospholipids, including phophatidylcholine (PPC), phosphatidylinositol, phosphatidylethanolamine, (R) phosphatidylserine and phosphatidic acid. (R) …
Earthing and Grounding: How to Earth Yourself
While “earthing” may sound like a far-out hippy practice without real rationale behind it, earthing benefits are backed by very good theory and some promising research. While earthing and grounding need further research, the hundreds of people studied thus far have seen that the benefits of earthing include lowering inflammation, improving sleep and recovery times …
The Top Six Health Reasons to Indulge in Chocolate
Comforting chocolate is has a reputation as a mood-enhancer and aphrodisiac. While these benefits have been scientifically confirmed, chocolate’s boons go far beyond in energizing, nourishing and protecting your health in powerful and enjoyable ways.
The 16 Most Astonishing Scientific Benefits of Rhodiola Rosea
The adaptogenic herb Rhodiola Rosea – and its most potent bioactive component, salidroside – has proven itself a worthy addition to your health regimen in many categories: it’s adaptogenic, antifatigue, antidepressant, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anticancer, and modulates the immune system in beneficial ways. (R) Read on to learn the multifaceted benefits of Rhodiola.