What Are Phytochemicals? Phytochemicals are bioactive compounds that are naturally found in plants. If you didn’t know, “Phyto” means “plant” coming from the greek word “Phyton.” This should indicate to you that the most abundant sources of phytochemicals comes from an array of plant-based options. Anyways, these chemical substances play an important role in plant…
General Concepts
This Category is for understanding general concepts like bioavailability, half-livess/terminal lives etc.
Understanding Bioavailability in Supplements: Enhancing Nutrient Absorption
What is Bioavailability? Bioavailability is defined as the proportion of a nutrient or active ingredient that enters the circulation system when it is introduced into the body and is made available for utilization or storage. In the context of supplements, understanding it is crucial as it determines how effectively the body can absorb and use…