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                                       Figure 1. Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) and its proposed mechanisms for alleviating menopausal symptoms. Menopause, defined as the cessation of menstruation for 12 consecutive months, typically occurs between ages 45 and 55. It is associated with a decline in estrogen and progesterone production, leading to a variety of symptoms including vasomotor instability (e.g., hot flashes, night sweats), vaginal dryness, mood disturbances, cognitive decline, and long-term risks such as osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Although HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) is effective for many women, concerns regarding its risks—such as breast cancer and cardiovascular complications—have led many to seek safer, plant-based alternatives. In this context, fenugreek, an herb commonly used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine, has shown promise ...

                                                                 Figure 1: Biotin Benefits: The Essential Supplement for Healthy Hair, Skin & Nails Biotin, also known as vitamin B7 or vitamin H, is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin essential for numerous metabolic functions, notably in maintaining healthy hair, skin, and nails. Over the past decade, biotin has gained popularity as a widely used supplement to address hair thinning, brittle nails, and dermatological conditions. Today, it ranks among the most searched vitamins for beauty-related concerns. Biotin functions as a coenzyme in carboxylation reactions critical to carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism (Mock, 2017). Although biotin deficiency is rare, it can manifest with dermatologic symptoms such as alopecia, dermatitis, and nail brittleness (Zempleni et al.,...

                                           Figure 1: Rethinking LDL Cholesterol Levels Within Ketogenic Diets 1. Introduction Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) has long been labeled as atherogenic, prompting widespread use of statins to reduce cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. However, emerging evidence questions whether LDL-C alone is a reliable marker of cardiovascular risk, particularly in individuals adhering to ketogenic or very-low-carbohydrate diets (VLCDs). This review explores the physiological underpinnings of elevated LDL-C in ketogenic dieters, assesses advanced lipid markers such as particle size and ApoB, and reevaluates cardiovascular risk through the lens of recent studies. While some individuals experience significant LDL-C elevations, these changes often occur alongside improved HDL levels, reduced triglycerides, and lower insulin resistance, suggest...