Shisha

Shisha smoking Shisha smoking involves heating tobacco with charcoal. It is referred to as smoldering. The smoke is passed through water and travels through a hose to the mouthpiece, which is used to inhale it. It is mostly smoked in shisha bars or cafes in a social setting. Many varieties exist and electric hookahs are … Shisha

Oxygen Transport: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases

Oxygen transport represents a physiological process in the organism in which oxygen is transported from the alveoli to all body cells. During this process, complex physical and chemical processes occur that are closely interrelated. If these processes are disturbed, the body may be undersupplied with oxygen. What is oxygen transport? Oxygen transport represents a physiological … Oxygen Transport: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases

Iron in the human body

Introduction The human body needs iron for many vital functions. It is also the trace element which is present in the highest concentration in the human body. Iron deficiency is a widespread problem. Tasks and function The human body has an iron content of 3-5g. The daily iron requirement is about 12-15mg. Only a part … Iron in the human body

Iron Deficiency | Iron in the human body

Iron Deficiency Iron deficiency is one of the most common and clinically significant deficiency diseases. Worldwide, about 30% of the world’s population is affected, with women about five times as likely as men. The most important reasons are malnutrition and increased menstrual bleeding; but chronic intestinal diseases and blood loss due to surgery or injury … Iron Deficiency | Iron in the human body

Function of the individual BCAA | BCAA – effect and function

Function of the individual BCAA The three most important amino acids in sports are leucine, isoleucine and valine. Leucine ensures that new cells are built up in the muscles and is thus also generally involved in growth processes in the body. Since growth processes also have an effect on regeneration, leucine can also have a … Function of the individual BCAA | BCAA – effect and function

Functions of the blood

Introduction Every person has about 4-6 litres of blood flowing through his veins. This corresponds to about 8% of the body weight. The blood consists of different proportions, which all take on different tasks in the body. For example, the components play an important role in the transport of nutrients and oxygen, but also for … Functions of the blood

Tasks of the white blood cells | Functions of the blood

Tasks of the white blood cells The white blood cells (leukocytes) serve the immune defence. They are important in the defence against pathogens and also in the development of allergies and autoimmune diseases. There are many subgroups of leukocytes. The first subgroup is the neutrophilic granulocytes with about 60%. They are able to recognize and … Tasks of the white blood cells | Functions of the blood