Because sleepberry has been used as a medicinal plant in Ayurvedic medicine for more than 3,000 years, serious toxicity is very unlikely. Low dosages were mostly used in this context. But also in the context of clinical intervention studies, no side effects have occurred and the extracts from leaves and roots used were well tolerated … Winter Cherry (Withania Somnifera): Safety Assessment
Rose root (Rhodiola rosea) is a member of the family of the thick-leaf plants (Crassulaceae) and grows both in the high mountains and on moist cliffs of the Arctic or northern regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. In the folk medicine of these countries, rose root has been traditionally used for exhaustion, mental illness, … Rose Root (Rhodiola Rosea): Definition
Researchers published an intake level (Observed Safe Level, OSL) for coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone), which is considered safe. In addition, an Acceptable daily intake (ADI) was published. Scientists identified an OSL of 1,200 mg of ubiquinone per person daily.In addition, scientists published an ADI of 12 mg/kg daily. The ADI was determined using a No Observed … Coenzyme Q10: Safety Assessment
Interactions of coenzyme Q10 with other micronutrients (vital substances): Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 is essential for the synthesis of coenzyme Q10: The first step in the biosynthesis of coenzyme Q10 – conversion of tyrosine to 4-hydroxy-phenylpyruvic acid – requires vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxal 5 ́-phosphate. There is a positive interaction between serum … Coenzyme Q10: Interactions
Risk groups for vitamin K deficiency include individuals with: Inadequate intake, for example, in eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa or parenteral nutrition. Malabsorption due to gastrointestinal diseases. Decreased utilization in cirrhosis and cholestasis of the liver. Impaired transport in lymphatic drainage disorders. Blockade of the vitamin K cycle by drugs, such as antibiotics, salicylate … Vitamin K: Risk Groups
Interactions of thiamine (vitamin B1) with other agents (micronutrients, foods): Anti-Thiamine Factor (ATF) The presence of anti-thiamine factor (ATF) in foods can lead to thiamine deficiency. This reacts with thiamine and leads to the inactivation of thiamine.Consumption of large amounts of tea and coffee – including decaffeinated coffee – as well as chewing tea leaves … Thiamine (Vitamin B1): Interactions
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is a hydrophilic (water-soluble) vitamin of the B group. It is visually distinguished from most hydrophilic vitamins by its intense yellow fluorescent color, which is reflected in its name (flavus: yellow). Historical names of riboflavin include ovoflavin, lactoflavin and uroflavin, which refer to the first isolation of this substance. In 1932, Warburg … Riboflavin (Vitamin B2): Definition, Synthesis, Absorption, Transport, and Distribution
Folic acid or folate (synonyms: vitamin B9, vitamin B11, vitamin M) is the generic term for a hydrophilic (water-soluble) vitamin. Scientific interest in this vitamin began in 1930, when a factor was discovered by Lucy Wills in liver, yeast, and spinach that has growth-promoting and antianemic (prevents anemia) effects. In 1938, Day demonstrated in experiments … Folic Acid (Folate): Definition, Synthesis, Absorption, Transport, and Distribution
In the medical literature, the term vitamin B12 includes all vitamin-active cobalamins (Cbl) whose basic structure consists of a nearly flat corrin ring system, a porphyrin-like compound with four reduced pyrrole rings (A, B, C, D) and a central cobalt atom. The central cobalt atom is tightly bound to the four nitrogen atoms of the … Cobalamin (Vitamin B12): Definition, Synthesis, Absorption, Transport, and Distribution
The signs of severe zinc deficiency are Impaired growth and development Delay in sexual maturation Skin rashes Severe chronic diarrhea (diarrhea) Disruption of the immune system Wound healing disorders Loss of appetite Disturbances in the sensation of taste Night blindness Cataract swelling and clouding of the cornea of the eyes Mental disorders Apparently, even a … Zinc: Symptoms of Deficiency
Silicon is a chemical element with the symbol Si. In the periodic table, it has atomic number 14 and is in the 3rd period and 4th main group and carbon group, respectively (“tetrels”). Since silicon has the properties of both metals and classical non-conductors, it is one of the typical semimetals or semiconductors (elemental semiconductors). … Silicon: Definition, Synthesis, Absorption, Transport and Distribution
Interactions of silicon with other micronutrients (vital substances): Aluminum Increased renal excretion of aluminum was observed after high silicon intake. Dietary fiber In addition to age, sex, and endocrine gland activity, dietary fiber content is also important for silicon absorption. Normal silicon absorption is only about 4%. Most of the silicon absorbed in the diet … Silicon: Interactions
