Author name: Nikolay Bondarenko
Pandemic, war and economic uncertainty have dramatically increased the level of anxiety disorders and depression in Ukraine. The demand for “soft” and at the same time science-based solutions is growing: according to Vitafoods Europe 2025 analysts, the mental-wellness category in the global segment of nutraceuticals grew by 18% over the year, and psychobiotics and saffron […]
The brightly colored spice has become a figure of clinical science: more than 15 RCTs and several meta-analyses have shown that a standardized extract of Curcuma longa affects inflammatory mediators, oxidative stress and lipid metabolism. This material summarizes how these properties can be applied in dermatology, rheumatology and hepatology. Antioxidant skin armor Regular UV exposure […]
For more than 5,000 years, traditional Chinese medicine has developed a unique understanding of health as a balance between internal and external factors. One of its main tools has been medicinal mushrooms – not just supplements, but regulators of energy, immunity and vitality (Qi). Western science has only in recent decades begun to actively explore […]
Appetite, glycemic profile and weight control are key goals of the modern approach to health. One of the breakthroughs in this area is the hormone GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which is being actively researched in both pharmacology and nutraceuticals. Today we are witnessing a powerful multidisciplinary trend that combines innovations in medical drugs, dietary supplements and […]
What is lactose and why you need lactase? Lactose is a milk sugar found in cow’s milk, goat’s milk, sheep’s milk, and most dairy products. Lactase is an enzyme that breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose so the body can digest them. In most people after the age of 20-25 years, lactase levels naturally […]
Legumes, cabbage, broccoli – useful, but insidious products. They can cause excessive gas, bloating and abdominal discomfort. Sound familiar? The cause is often due to a lack of the enzyme alpha-galactosidase. This article will help you understand how the enzyme works and how it can make life easier for many people, especially those who are […]
Protease is an enzyme that breaks down proteins into peptides and amino acids, making them available for digestion by the body. It is produced in the stomach (as pepsin), pancreas, and small intestinal mucosa. Without protease, even the best quality protein (meat, fish, eggs, protein shakes) can remain unabsorbed – and worse, begin to rot […]
Lipase is a digestive enzyme responsible for breaking down fats into simpler compounds (fatty acids and glycerol) that can be digested in the intestine. It is produced in the pancreas and partially in the stomach and intestine. If lipase is deficient, fats are not fully digested, causing a feeling of heaviness, bloating, flatulence, diarrhea and, […]
Anti-aging medicine is looking for ways to slow down aging at the cellular level. One of the promising directions is to support the work of mitochondria, the “energy stations” of the cell. Pyrroloquinolinequinone (PQQ) is a relatively new vitamin-like substance that has attracted the attention of scientists due to its ability to stimulate the formation […]
I propose to discuss a substance that still remains in the shadows, although many researchers call it the “vitamin of longevity” – ergothioneine. Although little attention is paid to it in popular sources, it has been studied in scientific circles for over a hundred years. Due to its powerful antioxidant properties and ability to protect […]
In the world of vitamins there are both celebrities, known to everyone and everyone, and heroes of the second plan, about which only a few people know. It is to such little-studied substances belongs vitamin B15, better known as pangamic acid. Despite its modest status, pangamic acid has gained popularity among athletes, promising increased endurance […]
Pantothenic acid, or vitamin B5, is one of the key elements for a healthy body. This water-soluble vitamin is involved in metabolism, helps manage stress and plays an important role in maintaining healthy skin. Despite its importance, B5 is not talked about as often as, for example, vitamin C or B12. In this article, let’s […]
