The Role of Metabolism on Cancer Pathogenesis
Abstract Cancer is considered a genetic disease by the majority of modern scientists.Nevertheless, evidence suggests that metabolic dysfunction lies behind…
Nutrition and Supplementation: Essential Allies in the Management of Gastrointestinal Disorders and IBD
Introduction Gastrointestinal disorders represent a significant challenge in clinical practice, profoundly affecting patients' quality of life. Managing these conditions requires…
FUNCTIONAL INTEGRITY OF THE KREBS CYCLE AND HEALTH
The Krebs cycle, discovered by Hans Krebs (1900-1981), is located halfway between the processes that lead to the oxidation of…
The KREBS CYCLE: the final metabolic pathway of nutrient oxidation
Energy, which can be defined as the ability to perform a work, can be of various types: potential, radiant, thermal,…
SUGAR AND INFLAMMATION: antechamber of diabetes
Insulin is a hormone secreted by beta cells within the pancreatic islets of Langerhans. It is indispensable for sugar metabolism,…
GLYCOLYSIS: central metabolic route of glucose metabolism
The word “GLYCOLYSIS” derives from the Greek language glykýs = sweet and lýsis = splitting, that is, anaerobic (in the…
CINNAMON:an intense aroma and precious healing properties
In ancient times, cinnamon was a rare and expensive spice. It was jealously guarded, as if it were a precious…
“The queen of SPICES”: Turmeric or CURCUMA in synergy with Quercetin and Piperine”
Turmeric, also called Saffron of the Indies, belongs to the Zingiberacee family, herbaceous plants well known since ancient times because…
OMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS: real IMMUNONUTRIENTS
The human body needs essential fatty acids such as omega 3 for harmonious development and healthy growth, both in children…
FATTY ACIDS: characteristics and physiological roles
Fatty acids are fundamental parts of lipids. In nature, the most widespread ones consist of a carboxylic group (-COOH), preceded…
