What is NAD or Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide? Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) plays a vital role in the process of energy metabolism and production, and plays a key role in mitochondrial function. Its functions range from redox reactions, and it is also known as a central player in multiple cellular signalling pathways, organ resilience and longevity….
Both vitamins K and D are fat-soluble nutrients, both of which play a role in calcium metabolism. Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) is widespread and has become a major healthcare issue. The prevalence of VDD is estimated to be more than a billion people worldwide. It has been reported that in individuals with CKD, VDD is…
An overall incidence and prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are expected as we see the prevalence of obesity and diabetes increase throughout the world. We now know, risk factors associated with NAFLD are also associated with the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Research has found, patients with NAFLD are at a higher…
Rheum palmatum (Chinese rhubarb) is a clump-forming perennial grown primarily for its huge dark green leaves. It looks great as an accent plant around borders or near streams and ponds. However, did you know, its role has been medicinal rather than culinary during most of its period of use. Medicinally, rhubarb dates back more than…
What are Senescent Cells? The definition senescent literally means the condition or process of deterioration with age. In biology, senescence is a process by which a cell ages and then permanently stops dividing, but does not die. Senescent cells are undead cells (that should be dead) that lack a protein that tells them when to…
Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) Parsley would have to be one of the world’s most popular culinary herbs. Grown for its tasty green leaves, parsley provides a source of vitamin C, iron and vitamin A. It is a member of the carrot family and native to the Mediterranean. The word parsley comes from the Greek, meaning ‘rock…
It may or may not come as a surprise to you, but yes, there is a link between gum, heart and kidney disease. This is largely about inflammation and oxidative stress caused by gum disease. Research within this area of health has shown that patients with chronic kidney disease who also suffer from periodontitis are…
This article follows on from my previous article on ‘The Role of the Mitochondria in Chronic Disease’. Today, I will speak exclusively on the role mitochondria play in kidney disease. Just to recap and keep you up to date, the main job of mitochondria is to produce energy through a process called oxidative phosphorylation. Mitochondria…
Today, I’m going to take you through the role mitochondria play in the process of chronic disease. Mitochondria are best known for their participation in cellular respiration via oxidative phosphorylation. This reaction produces ATP (adenosine triphosphate), a form of cellular energy. Mitochondria participate in important metabolic pathways and regulate various important cellular functions. Due to…
What are Peptides? Peptides are made up of a cluster of up to 20 amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. A cluster of over 20 amino acids is typically known as a protein, and a cluster of fewer than 20 amino acids is known as a peptide. Peptides work in the body…
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