Introduction Artificial sweeteners are widely used in food and beverage products as a substitute for sugar. The most commonly used artificial sweeteners are aspartame, sucralose, and saccharin. Aspartame is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar. Sucralose is approximately 600 times sweeter than sugar. Saccharin is approximately 300 times sweeter than sugar. They are used to […]
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The Critical Interplay of Tight Junctions, Gut Health, and Chronic Inflammation
Introduction to Tight Junctions and Gut Health In the intricate landscape of human physiology, few structures bear as much significance as tight junctions when it comes to gut health. These unique and complex formations in the epithelial and endothelial cell linings act as microscopic gatekeepers, maintaining the delicate balance between allowing necessary nutrient absorption while […]
What does boosting the immune system mean and should you do it?
You might be reading a few articles on social media about boosting your immune system. A more accurate phrase would be activating or supporting immune function. A holistic or naturopathic approach can be a great option to prepare your immune system for foreign invaders or disease-causing agents. This holistic or “Naturopathic Approach” is based on a […]