HealthyPIG Magazine

Biotin (vitamin B7) is a micronutrient critical for energy production, nervous system health, and other body functions. Biotin, found in a variety of foods and available as a supplement, is best known for strengthening hair and nails and fighting hair loss.

More research is needed, but there is some evidence that biotin can improve symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and help people with diabetes control blood sugar. Although using biotin is generally safe, the vitamin may interfere with some lab tests and medications, so you should tell your health care provider if you plan to use it.

Costmary (Tanacetum balsamita) is an aromatic perennial herbaceous plant of the Aster family (Asteraceae) with yellow button-shaped flowers. Its bitter, slightly lemony leaves can be used fresh in salads or as a condiment, fresh or dried, especially for meat, poultry and British ales. The dried leaves are also used as tea and potpourri.

Geranium, the mint-scented geranium, is a geranium variety native to South Africa. It belongs to the same subgenus as geraniums, geraniums, and ger...

Corn silk is the thread-like fiber found on the top of the corn cob. They are not typically eaten, but are used by some as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, and as a herbal remedy for certain conditions.

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Dextran is a low molecular weight dextran used to assist in the treatment of shock or impending shock due to bleeding, burns, surgery or other trau...

Pigs are often associated with negative labels such as "dirty", "lazy" and "greedy". But why is the word "pig" used as an insult? Does it make sense?

Why do bees make honey? Honey is the bees' way of preserving food so they have something to eat when there aren't many flowers. Honey can be store...

Although diacetyl is a natural component of fermentation, it often creates an off-flavor in beer that tastes like buttered popcorn. What is the cause?

Glucose: Why is it in food and medicine?

Glucose is a simple sugar extracted from corn. It has a variety of uses, including as a sweetener and to treat hypoglycemia and dehydration.

Have you ever had mustard? If you answered "yes" to this question, you're probably wrong. Most sushi eaters - even in Japan - are actually eating ...

Sushi lovers, listen up. New research finds mustard is more than just a seasoning. Its active ingredient, 6-MSITC, is now not only a known antioxid...