Water-Soluble Vitamins: Your Essential Guide to the B-Complex and Vitamin C   WHAT ARE VITAMINS?   Have you ever wondered what makes your body tick? How you turn food into energy, heal from a cut, or fight off a cold? A huge part of the answer lies in tiny, powerful compounds called vitamins.   The word itself gives us a clue to their importance. Derived from the Latin word “vita,” meaning “life,” vitamins are absolutely essential for maintaining our body’s vital functions. They are the unsung heroes working behind the scenes to keep us healthy, energized, and thriving.…

Every organ in our bodies has a specific function. No single organ was created in vain. However, various diseases and accidents force us to abandon some without affecting our lives. For example, cancer, fibroids, gallbladder inflammation, and kidney failure all require the removal of a valuable organ when the condition warrants it. The doctor alone determines this procedure, monitoring the patient and providing them with instructions to help them and their body adapt to the new situation. There are more than ten organs that can be removed. Can a person live without the intestines?   Our bodies can function normally…

Causes of Changes in Heart Enzyme Levels The human heart operates according to a clear and precise system, supplying the body’s systems with the blood they need to function, thus giving life. Just as the heart’s function is highly precise and regular, so is everything that comprises the heart. The heart is not just a simple organ; it contains numerous substances and compounds that are formed within it. Many complex chemical reactions occur within it, essential for its function. Any disruption to these reactions poses a risk to the heart. Any excess or deficiency in these substances and compounds also…

Nerves are an important component of exercise. No matter how much energy you have or how strong you are, you cannot perform strenuous exercise without a strong nervous system that can withstand heavy loads and enable you to build muscle. Nerves are also the link between the various organs of the body. They are a delicate collection of hairs connected by a series of nerve axons, which transmit signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body. Nerves, like the rest of the body, need to be strengthened and reinforced, especially since they weaken and become damaged…

Onion water has numerous benefits for the body, skin, and hair. The medicinal properties of onion water have also been recognized since ancient times. So what does onion water do? What are its most important benefits? Onion water is an extract obtained either from a mixture of onions or by directly squeezing the juice. It is rich in vitamins, calcium, magnesium, chromium, iron, and phosphorus. Drinking a cup of onion water on an empty stomach in the morning can do a lot for the body. We will explain the benefits of onion water in detail in this article. Onion water…

The word protein comes from the ancient Greek word meaning “of prime importance.” It consists of a series of amino acids. Protein sources: Meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, legumes, seeds, eggs. Functions of proteins and amino acids: Building proteins for new body organs, such as fetal development, childhood growth, regenerated blood cells, wound healing, and hair and nail growth. Replacing damaged cells leads to the formation of red blood cells (renewed every 3-4 months). Digestive system cells are renewed every 3 days. Building enzymes and hormones. Some amino acids have a special role, such as producing the vitamin niacin from…

On the other hand, the health of our spine, which bears the weight of our entire body, is deteriorating more and more every day in the modern world. In fact, spinal deformities, such as severe scoliosis, occur in 60 out of every 100 people over the age of 60. These problems are also extremely difficult to treat. Professor Ehmet Ilanay, a trauma specialist at Ecibadem Maslak Hospital, discusses research in this field conducted by the European Spine Study Group, of which he is a member, and offers some specific recommendations. 1) The lives of spinal patients are as difficult as…

With the fluctuations in the weather and the spread of viruses and infections, many people are exposed to colds and flu, which affect the body’s health. According to the Today website, there are some foods that should be eaten daily to treat colds, including: 1: Eat chicken soup, as it contains a high percentage of nutrients and vitamins. 2: Oranges, which contain a high percentage of vitamin C. 3: Blueberries, which contain a high percentage of antioxidants and vitamins that work to treat colds and asthma. 4: Tomatoes, which are considered a food rich in vitamins that boost the immune…

Many people stick to a diet for a long time, but if you develop healthy eating habits without depriving yourself of any type of food, you can maintain these healthy habits for as long as possible. Even if you don’t adhere to them one day, you can return to them again. In this report, we learn how to incorporate healthy eating habits into your daily diet, according to the Cleveland Clinic website.     How do you incorporate healthy eating habits into your daily diet? 1- Consider planning meals for next week to restore your healthy eating routine, and perhaps…

Researchers in a study they conducted have found a test that helps assess the risk of cardiovascular diseases and provides more accurate results than the currently used cholesterol test. The study was conducted by researchers from several European universities in collaboration with Harvard University in the United States. The study was published in the European Heart Journal on April 28, 2025, and was reported by the York Alert website. The researchers recommended using a protein level test called “apolipoprotein B” (apolipoprotein b), which is found on the surface of lipoproteins in the blood and indicates the total number of harmful…