I believe that salt is vital for us. When the doctors tell us not to eat salt most of the time it is because it is inorganic table salt which can wreak havoc on our bodies, however, the right kind of salt is also vital for the survival of all living creatures. There are different …
When your body temperature rises because of an infection, it’s called a fever. Fevers are caused by chemicals called pyrogens flowing in the bloodstream. Pyrogens make their way to the hypothalamus in the brain, which oversees regulating body temperature. When pyrogens join certain receptors in the hypothalamus, body temperature rises. One common pyrogen is called Interleukin-1 (IL-1). IL-1 is produced by white …
PROBIOTICS: What is a probiotic? A probiotic is a live, active bacteria. Examples of commonly known probiotics are bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. Bifidobacteria help with digestion and decrease harmful bacteria. Lactobacillus acidophilus has been used for lactose intolerance and yeast infection. There are different sources for probiotics. Personally, I believe the human microflora to be …
