Quercetin is a member of the flavonoid family of compounds. Flavonoids, sometimes referred to as bioflavonoids, are part of what give fruits and vegetables colour. Quercetin is more specifically a flavonol, which is a subclass…
Read MoreAnxiety is extremely common. Practically everyone experiences symptoms of anxiety, but the majority of the time, they are short-lived and do not cause problems. Anxiety can be a beneficial part of our existence when experienced…
Read MoreAccording to the National Institutes of Health, more men need to pay attention to their health. Compared to women, men are more likely to smoke and drink, make unhealthy choices, and delay checkups and medical…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disease that slowly eats away at memories and causes problems with thinking. As the degeneration progresses, it can lead to the inability to complete even simple tasks. Symptoms typically…
Read MoreSeasonal allergies, including allergic rhinitis, are thought to affect up to 20% of the population. Allergy is a major cause of absenteeism and restricted activity in both children and adults. Allergy prevalence begins in infancy,…
Read MoreThe number of couples experiencing infertility and/or resorting to assisted reproductive technology (ART) is on the rise. A study released in 2012 found that among Canadian couples (women aged 18–44 years), the prevalence of infertility…
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