It is a blood test which is basically used to aid in the evaluation and management of liver fibrosis. Liver fibrosis occurs when the healthy tissue of your liver becomes scarred and therefore cannot work as well. The fibrosis stages range from F0 to F4.…
Iron deficiency (anemia) is due to insufficient iron. Without enough iron, your body can’t produce enough of a substance in red blood cells that enables them to carry oxygen(hemoglobin). As a result, iron deficiency anemia may leave you tired and short of breath. Symptoms: Initially,…
Vitamin K is important for blood clotting, bone health and much more. The main symptom of Vitamin K deficiency is excessive bleeding caused by an inability to form blood clots. Vitamin K comes in two forms: Vitamin K1 or phylloquinone, which occurs in leafy green…
Pantothenic acid is necessary for the body to – Create new coenzymes. – Create new proteins & fats RBC carry pantothenic acid but some of the highest amounts are present in: – Beef liver – Shiitake mushrooms – Sunflower seeds – Chicken – Tuna –…
Vitamin B12 – contains the minerals cobalt and is sometimes called a cobalamin. The body uses Vitamin B12 for : – Creating new red blood cells – DNA synthesis – Brain and neurological function – Fat and protein metabolism. Foods which contain Vitamin B12: Vitamin…
Biotin (Vitamin B7) – The human body needs biotin for : – Breaking down fats, Carbohydrates & Proteins – Communication among cells in the body – Regulation of DNA Foods which contains biotin are : – Organ meats – Eggs – Salmon – Pork –…
B vitamins They are a group of eight essential nutrients that play important role in many organs and bodily systems. Although they can work together in the body, they also carry out their unique functions. B vitamins are important for making sure the body’s cells…
The heart, Liver, Kidney & Brain all contain high amount of Thiamin. The body needs thiamin for: – Breaking down sugar molecules from food. – Creating certain neuro-transmitters (brain chemical) – Producing fatty acids. – Synthesizing certain hormones. Foods with thiamin are: – Whole grains…
It’s essential for: – Energy production – Helping the body break down fats, drugs & steroid hormones. – Converting tryptophan into niacin (Vitamin B3) & Vitamin B6 into a coenzyme that the body needs. Foods which are rich in riboflavin include: – Organ meats…
Vitamins are a group of substances needed in small amounts by the body to maintain health. Vitamin A can’t be made by human body so it has to be an essential part of our diet. Vitamin A is sometimes called as Retinol. Vitamin A is…