Capsicum annuum

Capsicum annuum: A Comprehensive Review of Its Mechanisms of Action, Health Benefits, and Bioavailability Challenges

Capsicum annuum, a widely cultivated species within the Solanaceae family, is valued for its culinary versatility and profound health-promoting properties. Rich in bioactive compounds such as capsaicinoids, carotenoids, flavonoids, and abundant vitamins A, C, and E, Capsicum annuum offers many therapeutic effects. Emerging evidence highlights its roles in antioxidant defense, anti-inflammatory pathways, metabolic enhancement, cardiovascular…

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)

Milk Thistle: Your Natural Key to a Healthy Liver

Introduction Are you concerned about your liver health? In today’s world, our livers are constantly bombarded with toxins from processed foods, alcohol, medications, and environmental pollutants. Supporting your liver’s natural detoxification processes is crucial for overall well-being. Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a powerful medicinal plant for centuries to promote liver health. Its key active compound, silymarin, is…