Curcumin is a chemical compound known as Diferuloylmethane and is the main active ingredient in the commonly used spice called Turmeric. There are three other curcuminoid compounds by curcumin that take up 80% of the curcuminoid weight. Besides Turmeric, Curcuminoids also exist in ginger. Curcumin extracts are commercially available in the form of supplements in a […]
Significance of the API- active pharmaceutical ingredients
15 March 2013, Mumbai : API refers to those components in the drugs that are chemically active. Such drugs are administrated by the medical expert on account of the application, the side-effects after the consumption & the consequences after the proper intake of the doses. There are various kinds of drugs that are composed of […]
Hotel Domestique: Homespun Hospitality for Active Travelers
Nestled within South Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains sits Hotel Domestique, a charming boutique hotel owned by legendary 17-time Tour de France cyclist George Hincapie that’s ideally situated on nearly 30 acres of grounds and vineyards. It’s no wonder this intimate, culturally-styled property attracts active travelers who are not only seeking sophisticated respite away from the […]
What happens when prisoners complain about adverse reactions to ingredients in certain foods?
It all depends on an individual’s genetic response to a particular food. People should eat more fresh fruit and vegetables, but how can they be made affordable and safe from certain pesticides? What about sensitivities to candy, soy, milk, nuts, or other foods? What helps one person may be toxic to another person. For example, prisoners […]
Semen ingredient is HIV carrier!
More than 80 percent of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections are transmitted via sexual intercourse. And researchers may have discovered atleast one reason why. According to a new study published in Cell, a component of human semen may facilitate the spread of the virus by targeting immune system cells, in some cases making the […]
RECAP: 7 April Fools Pranks That Fooled Us
Whenever 1st of April comes, it’s safe to take everything with a pinch of salt. Over the weekend, big brands pulled their April Fools stunts and these were the ones we noticed. Did you fall for these? Emirates Airlines’ APR001 When you think Emirates, you think luxury. So when Emirates Airline announces their […]
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