Herbs and bioactive substances

Herbs, Vitamins and Supplements for Low Testosterone

Testosterone is the main sex hormone and anabolic steroid in men, but is present in smaller amounts and in females. Testosterone plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues such as testicles and prostate, as well as in the promotion of secondary sex characteristics, the appearance of hair growth, the construction of muscle tissue and other processes.

11 Proven Health Benefits of Garlic (Allium Sativum) [Part 1]

Whatever we say about garlic, it won't be enough to compliment it. It is a well-known immunostimulating agent, a widely consumed and used for any meat or plant-based dishes, soups - hot and cold as a tarator, potatoes, aubergines, peppers and many other variations. Garlic has been shown to help protect against the common cold and helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol.

Oats and Oatmeal - What Are Their Health Benefits

Oats are among the healthiest cereals you can include in your diet. They are gluten-free whole grains and are a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Many people like to consume them at breakfast, as they are very good for satiety and keep the appetite under control until noon or late afternoon.

12 Health Benefits of Thyme - Part 1

Thyme is an herb from the Мint family (Mentha), which is probably also present in your kitchen as a spice. In fact, thyme is one of the most popular herbs in bulgaria and is distinguished by a wonderful aroma that is difficult to mistake.

Banana - a friend of the heart and women's health

It may sound amazing, but new research suggests that banana consumption can improve heart health. This effect is associated with the potassium content in bananas in the first place.

What is ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome and how to combat its symptoms?

Assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) are a key scientific discovery that helps fighting infertility caused by various factors in both men and women. The most common ART is in vitro fertilization. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection is another type of ART that is used in more severe cases of infertility. Artificial stimulation of ovulation for the purpose of egg production is a procedure in both mentioned methods, which is associated with numerous undesirable effects on the female body. Whether there are any medications or herbs that could help reducing the unwanted effects would be the topic of this article.

Natural remedies for nasal polyps (Part 2)

Nasal polyps are non-cancerous formations that develop in the mucous membrane of the nose and surrounding sinuses. These polyps vary in size and can grow in one or both nostrals at the same time; can also grow independently or in clusters. People with asthma, frequent sinus infections and allergies are more likely to develop them, but people without these predispositions may have nasal polyps.

Health benefits of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor)

Sorghum is a nutrient-rich grain that you can use in many ways in culinary and not only. Sorghum is known to be rich in phenolic compounds, many of which act as antioxidants. It has also been shown to be useful for reducing certain forms of inflammation due to its antioxidant properties. Several of the phenolic compounds in sorghum are associated with anticancer effects, and for all of them we will tell you in today's article.

The world's most popular herbal liqueurs [part 2]

One of the many types of alcoholic beverages, liqueur is unique with its characteristic fruity aroma. The very word "liqueur" is derived from the Latin liquifacere ("i latch"). Unlike other types of alcohol, liqueur can be enriched with the presence of fruits, herbs, infusions, nuts and even seeds. The variety is really great and that's why we made a selection of the most popular herbal liqueurs in the world. In the first part of the topic we presented liqueurs from Italy, France, Spain, usa and several other countries. Today we continue the list of more great examples of herbal liqueurs from different parts of the world.

Liqueur of green walnuts - a delicious and useful drink with an impressive amount of vitamin C

Walnut liqueur or nocino is a liqueur of green walnuts. Green walnuts are, simply put, unripe walnuts that are picked in the middle of the season. This could be in a different month in different countries. The first written account of the production of nocino came from the days of the Roman Empire, when Roman soldiers learned about the practice from the Celtic Pict tribe from eastern Scotland. Every year on June 24, during the festivities of the summer solstice, pagan picts collected walnuts to pour them with alcohol for a drink believed to contain supernatural properties.