Vitamin C megadose is the term used to describe intake or injection of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) far in excess of the current U.S. recommended dietary allowance of 90 mg per day, and often well in excess of the tolerable 2,000 mg per day intake limit. [1] There is no scientific evidence that high do

Melatonin is a dietary supplement and medication as well as a naturally occurring hormone. [7][10] As a hormone, melatonin is released by the pineal gland and participates in the sleep-wake cycle. [7][10] As a supplement, it is commonly used for the short-term treatment of insomnia, such as jet lag

In August 1979 and January 1982, two infants died of carnitine deficiency at the age of 3 months. The same family, at Seattle Children's Hospital,Ronald Scott Rare Disease Specialist.Systemic primary carnitine deficiency (SPCD)[1] is an inborn error of fatty acid transport caused by a defect in the

As an example of normal synthesis, a 70 kg (150 lb) person would produce 11-34 mg of carnitine per day. [1] Adults eating a diet mixed with red meat and other animal products consume about 60-180 mg of carnitine per day, while vegans consume about 10-12 mg per day. [3] The majority (54–86%) of carni

Hemoglobin synthesis includes globin and heme synthesis. The heme molecule is formed by combining Fe2+ ions with protoporphyrin in bone marrow cells. [18]eliminate [edit]Iron obtained from iron preparations is excreted from the body in a similar manner to dietary iron. Iron is primarily stored and c

Iron preparations are iron supplement preparations for the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia. Examples of iron preparations include ferrous sulfate, ferrous gluconate, and ferrous fumarate. It can be given orally, or by injection into a vein or muscle. [1]Iron preparations stimulate

The most common side effects of oral iron therapy are diarrhea or constipation and upper abdominal discomfort. When taken with food, side effects are reduced, but the risk of interactions with other substances increases. Side effects are dose-dependent, and doses can be adjusted.Patients may notice

Iron supplements, also known as iron salts and iron pills, are a variety of iron preparations used to treat and prevent iron deficiency, including iron deficiency anemia. [1][2] As a precaution, it is only recommended for those with malabsorption, heavy menstruation, pregnancy, hemodialysis, or a d

Food additive[edit]The traditional method for analyzing ascorbic acid content is titration with oxidizing agents, and various methods have been developed.The popular iodometric method uses iodine in the presence of a starch indicator. Iodine is reduced by ascorbic acid, and when

Mineral ascorbates and usesMineral ascorbates are a group of ascorbates (vitamin C). [1] They consist of mineral cations bonded to ascorbic acid (the anion of ascorbic acid).make [edit]Mineral ascorbate is a powder prepared by reacting ascorbic acid with mineral carbonate in aqueous solution, expell

Probiotics are live microorganisms that are claimed to have health benefits when consumed, usually by improving or restoring the gut flora. [1][2] Probiotics are generally considered safe for consumption, but in rare cases may cause bacteria-host interactions and unwanted side effects. [3][4][5] The

The human gut microbiota is involved in a cascade of activities essential for body health. Their imbalance can lead to significant metabolic abnormalities and a plethora of diseases. Prebiotics have emerged as an effective nonpharmacological approach to re-establish gut symbiosis and promote well be