Naturopathy

The fumitory is a medicinal plant with a hepatoprotective, antispasmodic and diuretic action, mainly used to regulate bile flow. Let’s find out better. Property of the Fumitory  Fumaria officinalis is a plant with antispasmodic and diuretic properties. It has a hepatoprotective action that is expressed above all on the biliary tract. In particular, if the flow of bile is low, … Read more

Mullein is known for its diuretic, purifying and expectorant properties, useful in cases of asthma, bronchitis, colds, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and laryngitis. Let’s find out more. Property of Mullein  Mullein has expectorant, purifying, sedative and diuretic properties. It is used in the treatment of respiratory diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, cough and cold symptoms. Thanks to its soothing properties it … Read more

Polygala is a medicinal plant with an emollient, expectorant and laxative action, useful for diuresis, against intestinal problems, cough, asthma and bronchitis. Let’s find out better. Properties of the polygon Polygala is a plant with a laxative, expettornate, emollient and stomachic action, useful for promoting diuresis, against rheumatism and as a tonic. These important therapeutic properties are … Read more

Creatine is an amino acid known especially in sports, which strengthens and builds muscle mass, increasing body energy. Let’s find out better. What is creatine used for Creatine is an amino acid discovered in meat by the French Chevreul (1832). The body is able to synthesize it autonomously starting from three other amino acids called respectively arginine, glycine and … Read more

Fructose is a natural sugar that has various properties, including that of keeping blood sugar levels under control and avoiding laxative effects. Let’s find out better. What is fructose Fructose (or levulose) is a monosaccharide, that is a simple sugar, which has the same molecular formula as glucose (C6H12O6) but different chemical structure and therefore has very different … Read more

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is a plant from the Ginkgoaceae family. In addition to being useful against diabetes and allergies, it is also used to combat Alzheimer’s disease. Let’s find out better. Properties of ginkgo biloba Ginkgo biloba leaves contain terpenes (ginkgolide B) which block lipid peroxidation, which is involved in platelet aggregation. These active ingredients, in fact, inhibit the platelet activation factor (PAF), preventing the formation of … Read more

Damiana (Turnera diffuse, var. Aphrodisiaca) belongs to the Turneraceae family. Known for its natural antidepressant and stimulating tonic properties, it is useful in cases of insomnia, stress and anxiety. Let’s find out better. Property of the damiana The leaves of the damiana contain a cyanogen glycoside, resins, an essential oil, tannins and a bitter substance (called damianina and with an as yet undetermined structure). The plant has a general antidepressant and tonic-stimulating action that can … Read more

Tribulus terrestris is a plant used in phytotherapy for the treatment of some pathologies related to the sexual sphere. Rich in saponins, it is effective as a stimulant to the production of hormones such as testosterone and dihydrotestosterone, which regulate libido. Let’s find out better. Properties and benefits of Tribulus terrestris Tribulus terrestris is a plant rich in saponins concentrated mostly … Read more

Maltodextrins are water-soluble carbohydrates, used by athletes to meet energy demands during intense effort and as food additives. Maltodextrins are sugars obtained from starches, used mainly by athletes to help meet the energy required by intense physical exercise. Let’s find out better. What are maltodextrins Maltodextrins are starch-derived carbohydrates, particularly corn starch, which appear as a fine, water-soluble … Read more

Bioflavonoids are plant polyphenols that are very common in nature and are part of the composition of various foods. They have an antioxidant action and protect capillaries and collagen. Let’s find out better. What are Bioflavonoids Bioflavonoids are one of the main groups of plant polyphenols. Bioflavonoids take their name from the Latin word flavus (which means “yellow”), referring to the fact … Read more