Phosphate is a charged particle (ion) that contains the mineral phosphorus, which is present in our food. In your body, most phosphorus combines with oxygen to form phosphate, about 85% of which is found in your bones. Phosphate plays a number of important roles, from building bones and teeth to acting as a building block… Read More »
Properly functioning, pain-free knees are vital for maintaining an active and independent lifestyle. Your knees play a critical role in providing mobility, stability and support for numerous daily activities, from walking and climbing stairs to squatting and playing sports. The knee joint is the largest and one of the most intricate joints in the human… Read More »
If you frequently visit a gym, you’ve most likely seen people exercising on a rowing machine or have used it firsthand. As the name suggests, this machine mimics the movements performed by professional boat-rowers. While rowing may not be the first exercise that comes to your mind when it comes to boosting your fitness, there… Read More »
C15:0, also known as pentadecanoic acid, is an odd-chain saturated fat primarily found in dairy products, some fish, and certain plants. The story of C15:0’s importance begins in an unlikely place — with dolphins. Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, a veterinary epidemiologist, was brought on board the Navy’s Marine Mammal program about 20 years ago to help… Read More »