The proteins , alongside carbohydrates and fats, is a macronutrient that should be consumed daily to meet the body's needs. The reference dietary intake for proteins is 0.8 grams per kilogram of … [Read more...] about Hyperprotein diet – benefits and risks
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What are the functions of saliva?
Saliva is a transparent watery secretion secreted by the exocrine salivary glands , directly in the oral cavity. About 99% of it consists of water and 1% of proteins , glycoproteins … [Read more...] about What are the functions of saliva?
Stem cells: concept, types, use in medicine and ethical issues
Stem cells are the body's raw material. They give rise to all other cells of the various organs, with specialized functions. In some cases, they also have the ability to regenerate and / or repair … [Read more...] about Stem cells: concept, types, use in medicine and ethical issues
Good bacteria – what do they have to offer us?
In general, bacteria have a bad reputation, and for good reason. Most of them are behind several serious diseases, including, for example, pneumonia , meningitis , inflammation of the throat , food … [Read more...] about Good bacteria – what do they have to offer us?
What is metabolic age?
A person's biological (metabolic) age may be different from that on their birth certificate (chronological age). Metabolic age represents the state of health that the body actually has (the age of the … [Read more...] about What is metabolic age?