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Ammonium thioglycolate is commonly added to hair dyes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plans to propose a ban on hair-straightening chemicals linked to health risks, according to CNN, which lists the actions the executive agency plans to issue.
The agency plans to develop a proposed rule that would specifically ban hair straightening products that contain formaldehyde and other formaldehyde-releasing chemicals, such as methylene or ethylene glycol.
Hair is mostly made up of keratin (more than 80%), a group of proteins with a large number of disulfide bonds. The outermost fur scale is protective and has numerous scale-like structures on it.
How does hair change shape? The disulfide bond is what makes our hair bend or straighten.
In simple terms, there are three steps: opening the fur scale to allow the agent to enter the fur, disconnecting the disulfide bond and styling the hair, and reconnecting the disulfide bond to fix the hair styling. Whatever agent is used, the essence is a rearrangement of disulfide bonds.
So, what ingredients are added to these perms and hair dyes that play a role?
The active ingredient in perms, whether it's curling or straightening hair, is a chemical called ammonium thioglycolate.
Ammonium thioglycolate is a colorless, transparent liquid with a strong ammonia odor, but it can permanently change the structure of hair.
The perm containing thioglycolate will destroy the disulfide bond of the hair protein. Tony then uses a curling iron to style the hair or a straightening board to straighten the hair, making the hair permanently curly or straight.
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Heptane and hexane are both components of gasoline
Both heptane and hexane are derived from crude oil. This source means they are made from petroleum, which is why both heptane and hexane are commonly found in gasoline.
Heptane and octane scale
Heptane and hexane are both components of gasoline, but heptane has its special role in gasoline. Heptane helps determine the octane number of a fuel.
Pure heptane has an octane number of zero. The higher the octane number, the better the fuel for the car engine, because the octane number measures the fuel's ability to resist engine knock under high compression.
Engine knock refers to the combustion of the air-fuel mixture outside of the pre-ignition combustion caused by the spark plug.
Heptane is highly flammable and burns easily, which is why pure heptane fuel has a zero octane number. Gasoline companies tout "high-octane" fuels to let consumers know that their product is good for car engines, or to make people think it is.
Toxicity
Both heptane and hexane (hexane sds) are toxic, but hexane is more toxic than heptane. Both substances contain highly flammable liquids and vapors.
Other common applications
Both heptane and hexane can be used as solvents. Hexane is often used in the military and aerospace industries.
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Technavio has been monitoring the ethyl acetate market
Technavio has been monitoring the ethyl acetate market, which is expected to grow by 68.592 million tons from 2020 to 2024, with a compound annual growth rate of more than 5% during the forecast period. The report provides an updated analysis on the current market scenario, latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment.
What are the key trends in the market?
The increasing demand for green ethyl acetate is the major trend driving the market growth.
What is the expected growth rate of the market?
The year-on-year growth rate is expected to be 4.78% in 2020, and the incremental growth of the market is expected to be 68.592 million tons.
Who are the top players in the market?
Celanese Corp., Daicel Corp., Eastman Chemical Co., INEOS Group Holdings SA), Jiangsu Sopo Company (Group) Co., LTD., Jubi Life Sciences Co., LTD., Longsa Group Co., LTD., Merck KGaA, SEKAB and Shandong Jinyimeng Group Co., LTD are some of the major market players.
What are the key market drivers?
The demand for ethyl acetate (ethyl acetate sds) in the food processing industry is one of the major factors driving the market.
How big is the Asia Pacific market?
The Asia-Pacific region will account for 79% of the market share.
The market is fragmented and the degree of fragmentation will accelerate during the forecast period. Celanese Corp., Daicel Corp., Eastman Chemical Co., INEOS Group Holdings SA), Jiangsu Sorbo Company (Group) Co., LTD., Jubi Life Science Co., LTD., Longsa Group Co., LTD., Merck KGaA, SEKAB and Shandong Jinyimeng Group Co., LTD., Ltd. are some of the major market players. The demand for ethyl acetate in the food processing industry will provide tremendous growth opportunities. To make the most of the opportunity, market vendors should focus more on the growth prospects of the fast growing segments while maintaining their position in the slow growing segments.
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Ethanol can cause several types of damage to vehicle engines
How can you protect your car from ethanol damage
There are many things that can cause damage to your vehicle. Objects on the road can damage your tires. On the road, objects can damage paint and sheet metal, and falling objects can damage Windows.
You want the fuel you use to be safe for your vehicle. Unfortunately for newbies, many consumers are looking for other things to worry about - regardless of whether the fuel causes damage or not.
In various edicts, ethanol is used to fuel cars, from small amounts of 10 or 15 percent octane to reduce pollution, to large amounts of 85 percent hybrid engines.
Alcohol damage type
Ethanol can cause several types of damage to vehicle engines.
The fuel intake parts of the vehicle may be damaged. In addition, ethanol can damage fuel pumps in vehicles. These repairs and replacements can cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars to more than $1,000. Cars built after 2003 have less to worry about in this regard. But many of us are keeping our cars for longer and longer. There are more cars on the road that are more than 10 years old than ever before. These vehicles need more to worry about. But that's not all.
If you use fuel with too much ethanol (ethanol msds) in it, your engine could actually be destroyed. That's one reason the American Automobile Association opposes the new 15% ethanol blend. They should only be used on the latest vehicles. But many consumers are confused by the difference, and in many cases the E15 may be added to a car that is not designed for use. In some cases, the cost of replacing a car's engine is more expensive than buying a new car. And the vast majority of insurance companies don't cover these types of damage and loss, so if this happens to you, you're on your own.
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A lower concentration of propofol in the water phase
More recently, Eriksson et al. have proposed another mechanism. They found that lidocaine mixed with propofol lowered its pH, resulting in a lower concentration of propofol in the water phase, which reduced pain. Several studies using different doses of lidocaine have shown that this technique can effectively reduce the incidence of pain caused by propofol injections. Brooker et al. found that 7.5 mg of lidocaine mixed with 142.5 mg of propofol before injection reduced the incidence of pain from 57% to 7%.
However, this was only a pilot study and there was no randomization, variable preoperative administration and administration of different opioids before propofol injection. Helbo Hansen et al. [38] found in their double-blind randomized trial that adding 10 mg of lidocaine to 190 mg of propofol significantly reduced the incidence of pain from 32.5% to 5%. The severity of the pain also decreased. Similar results have been found in other double-blind randomized studies. Newcombe[39] reported that mixing 10 mg of lidocaine with propofol significantly reduced the severity and incidence of propofol injection pain (from 86.9% to 48.9%). Nathanson et al. [40] also reported that the use of 40 mg of lidocaine mixed with propofol prior to injection significantly reduced the incidence of propofol injection pain from 67% to 13%. In a study of different doses of lidocaine mixed with propofol, King et al. found that 20 mg of lidocaine significantly reduced the incidence of injection pain from 73% to 32%.
The dosage of lidocaine was inversely proportional to the incidence of pain. Similar results were achieved in children. Valtonen et al. [8] found that when 10 mg of lidocaine was mixed with 2.0-2.5 mg· kgi1, the incidence of pain induced by propofol was significantly reduced (from 85% to 20%) compared with the control group. Hiller and Saarnivaara[42] found that mixing 10 mg of lidocaine with propofol significantly reduced the incidence of injection pain in children (from 40% to 4%) compared to 10 mg of afentanil pretreatment.
The combination of lidocaine and propofol may be related to weight. Gehan et al. [43] showed that the optimal dose for preventing pain from propofol injection in adults was 0.1mg.kgi1, with no improvement when the dose was increased above this dose. Tham and Khoo[44] found that the optimal minimum dose required to effectively reduce pain from propofol injections was a propofol emulsion containing 0.05% lidocaine. Gajraj and Nathanson[45] report that the optimal dose of 160 mg lidocaine mixed with propofol in adult women is 30 mg. However, the optimal dose of lidocaine needed to prevent pain from propofol injections appears to be higher in children.
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BeH2 has four valence electrons in one of its cells
In order to understand the high structural stability of α - and β-BEH2, an in-depth analysis of the chemical bond patterns was performed using the recently developed SSAdNDP method. 41-43 Since the electron configurations of the Be and H atoms are 1s22s2 and 1s1, respectively, BeH2 has four valence electrons in one of its cells.
According to our calculation results, multi-center delocalized bonds are obtained in both configurations. In α-BEH2 (see Figure 4 (a)), the bond inside the BE-H-BE ring is shown to Be the 3C-2E bond with the occupancy number 1.94|e| and is called the "banana" bond. On either side of the Be atomic layer are two "banana" bonds, accounting for a total of 4 valence electrons. This new type of "banana" bond formed in α-BEH2 can also be found in [BeH2]n nanoclusters. 16 And in β-BEH2 (see Figure 4 (b)), the bond properties are very unique: the bond distributed between the be atomic layer and the two H atomic layers is shown to be two 4C-2E bonds.
The number of 4C-2E keys occupied is 1.96|e|. To our knowledge, this is the first report of 4C-2E bonds in a 2D beryllium hydride system, following the first discovery of 4C-2E bonds in beryllium hydride clusters in Be4H2 in 2008. 28 This would explain the high stability of the longest BE-H bond (1.59A). In summary, the above results show that the formation of the "banana" bond in α-BEH2 and the 4C-2E bond in β-BEH2 is responsible for its high structural stability. As building blocks, these multicenter bonds give α - and β-BEH22D network structure. In addition, Hirschfeld's charge population analysis shows that the net charge on Be in α - and β-BEH2 is only 0.15 and 0.10 e, respectively, indicating that the BE-H chemical bond is mainly covalent.
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oral administration had no effect on the incidence of pain after propofol injection
Nicol et al. reported that oral administration had no effect on the incidence of pain after propofol injection. However, Briggs and White used pethidine and atropine as preoperative medication and found that although the incidence of pain from propofol injections was not reduced, the severity of pain was less severe.
Fragen et al. found that preoperative use of opioids and sedatives reduced the incidence of injection pain. This may be due to the additive effect of the two drugs in increasing pain thresholds. At a slow propofol injection rate, the contact between the endothelium and the active ingredients of propofol is longer. This leads to the release of the medium, while high-speed injections can cause propofol to be cleared from the vein and replaced with blood. This suggestion was made by Scott et al. He found that reducing the rate of propofol injection caused the greatest discomfort.
When the speed of carrier intravenous infusion is slow, due to the small volume of carrier intravenous infusion given, the contact area between propofol and the venous endothelium is small, so less kininogen molecules may be produced. In addition, propofol can also be buffered by the dilution of venous blood. However, when the infusion speed of carrier intravenous infusion is fast, a large amount of intravenous infusion will reduce the dilution effect of venous blood, so propofol is mainly diluted by aqueous solution. As a result, the pain intensity associated with propofol will increase as the concentration of propofol in the water phase increases.
Huang et al. reported these findings. The use of lidocaine to prevent pain from propofol injections is the most widely studied technique and the most commonly used method in clinical practice. Many studies have shown that the use of lidocaine is effective. Manufacturers of propofol now recommend this method.
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Androxal is different from other testosterone replacement therapies
Androxal at the Physician's Regeneration Center
At Physician Rehabilitation, our team of professionals understand the complexities of hormone therapy and strive to personalize a plan for each patient's unique circumstances
Through a combination of advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge treatments, we strive to ensure that our clients receive the best possible outcome. Our compassionate staff will walk you through every step of the way to help you make informed decisions about your health that will lead to positive changes in mind and body.
Q&A
What is androxal and how does it help with hormone replacement therapy?
Androxal is an investigational chemical used to treat male hypogonadism, a condition in which the body does not produce enough testosterone. It works by blocking estrogen receptors in the brain, which leads to an increase in luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). An increase in LH and FSH stimulates the testicles to produce more testosterone, which helps improve the symptoms of low testosterone.
Can androxal help male infertility?
Yes, androxal can help male infertility by increasing sperm concentration and improving overall sperm quality. It does this by increasing LH levels, which stimulate the testicles to produce more testosterone and sperm.
What's the difference between clomiphene and clomiphene?
Enandroxal and Zucandroxal are two different isomers of clomiphene, which is used to treat infertility in women. Enandroxal is the more potent isomer and is also used in the formulation of androxal. Androxal is less effective and has a longer half-life, which may cause side effects such as estrogen.
How does androxal compare to other testosterone replacement therapies?
Androxal is different from other testosterone replacement therapies because it does not involve the use of exogenous testosterone. Instead, it works by stimulating the body's natural production of testosterone. This is beneficial for men who want to preserve their fertility or are concerned about the long-term effects of exogenous testosterone use.
What is the recommended dosage of androxal? How often should I take it?
The recommended dosage of androxal varies depending on an individual's testosterone level and other factors. Usually, the starting dose is 12.5 to 25 mg per day, taken orally. This dose can be adjusted based on an individual's response, with the goal of achieving total testosterone levels within the normal range. It is important to monitor LH levels, sperm concentration, and other parameters while taking androxal.
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Benefits of hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate
Now that we have discussed 'what', let's take a closer look at what these powerful ingredients can do:
Benefits of hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate
Solid skin
Applying products containing sodium hyaluronate or hyaluronic acid to the skin, their impressive water binding properties will allow them to penetrate deep into the skin and absorb and retain moisture. Many cosmetics brands add one or two ingredients to their pre makeup creams; Because hyaluronic acid can effectively retain moisture, making the skin immediately appear fuller and softer.
Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Due to the fact that sodium hyaluronate and hyaluronic acid (sodium molecular weight) can enhance skin moisture, restore youthful and plump skin, and make fine lines and wrinkles less noticeable. In the long run, deeply moisturized skin is also less likely to wrinkle.
In addition to proper sun protection, applying moisturizers is also one of the key methods to combat aging. Hyaluronic acid can help increase water levels and help skin look more hydrated and youthful.
Mild and does not cause acne
Is your skin sensitive? You can use sodium hyaluronate or hyaluronic acid skincare products without worrying about irritation. These two ingredients are effective for all skin types and do not cause acne, which means you can enjoy their benefits without worrying about pore blockage.
If your skin is prone to acne, you can use sodium hyaluronate or hyaluronic acid moisturizer without worrying about it causing more acne. In fact, ensuring deep hydration of your skin can even help prevent future acne, as dry skin often secretes too much oil, leading to a vicious cycle.
Both are excellent in maintaining moisture
Hyaluronic acid is known for its ability to retain water, just like its synthetic salt, sodium hyaluronate. Both of these products can withstand 1000 times their own weight of moisture, and if you want a product that can both hydrate and maintain natural skin moisture, they are a great choice.
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Silicon tetrachloride is mainly used in the commercial production of semiconductors
Silicon tetrachloride is a volatile colorless liquid with pungent smell. These non flammable liquid fumes in the air can cause metal corrosion in humid conditions. It is a byproduct produced during the production process of solar panel wafers. Due to the action of silica and hydrochloric acid, the thermal decomposition of Silicon tetrachloride will produce white clouds. It reacts strongly with ammonia or other hydrogen containing compounds.
Silicon tetrachloride formula
The Molecular formula of Silicon tetrachloride is SiCl4. The chemical formula of Silicon tetrachloride shows that it has one silicon bonded to four chlorine atoms. Both silicon and chlorine have Covalent bond.
How to prepare Silicon tetrachloride?
Silicon tetrachloride is chlorinated from other silicon compounds such as silicon dioxide, silicon carbide or ferrosilicon. Among all these compounds, ferrosilicon is the most commonly used compound for manufacturing Silicon tetrachloride.
Hydrolysis of Silicon tetrachloride
Silicon tetrachloride easily reacts with water and hydrolyzes. After hydrolysis, this compound generates silica and hydrochloric acid. SiCl4+2H2O → SiO2+4HCl
Use of Silicon tetrachloride
Silicon tetrachloride is mainly used in the commercial production of semiconductors
It is also used as the main material for mass production of silica gel and Silicon alkoxide, and is the adhesive for ceramic materials
Silicon tetrachloride is a common electrophilic reagent, which reacts with hydride to form silane
High purity Silicon tetrachloride is used to make optical fibers. Its purity here means that there is no hydrogen impurity, such as tri Chlorosilane. This process involves oxidizing Silicon tetrachloride to produce pure silica
Another use is to manufacture polycrystalline silicon for the solar energy industry. Here, it is prepared using silicon and chlorine at high temperatures, which will lead to the formation of polycrystalline silicon with multiple silicon molecules.
Silicon tetrachloride is a colorless fuming liquid with pungent smell. It decomposes into hydrochloric acid when heated by water. In the presence of moisture, it is corrosive to metals and tissues. It is used for smoke screens, manufacturing various silicon-containing chemicals, and chemical analysis.
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Common issues with azodicarbonamide (ADA)
What is Azodiformamide (ADA)?
Azodiformamide (ADA) is a chemical substance approved for use as a grain flour whitening agent and a bread baking dough conditioner.
On what basis does the FDA approve the use of ADA?
The FDA's approval of using ADA as a food additive and dough conditioner for grain flour is based on a comprehensive review of safety studies, including years of feeding research.
What has the FDA done to continue ensuring the safe use of ADA in food?
The FDA continues to evaluate the safety of using azodicarbonamide in food. In 2016, the agency conducted a comprehensive Exposure assessment on Semicarbazide (SEM), a decomposition chemical formed by ADA during bread making. This evaluation is based on (1) the SEM amount generated by the use of ADA in the analysis of over 250 representative breads and bread products, as well as (2) data from two different sets of food consumption data: a) a 2-day dietary intake survey conducted by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2009 to 2012; b) 2007-2010 NPD Group, Inc. The National Dietary Trends Nutritional Intake Database (NPD NET-NID) uses proprietary food analysis and residue assessment National Dietary Trends (FARE-NET) program's 10-14 day data.
Based on this information, the FDA has developed SEM exposure estimates for individuals aged 2 and above and children aged 2-5 in the United States. The reason for choosing children aged 2-5 is because their average weight is the highest exposed to SEM. The Exposure assessment report was released at the 251st National Conference of the American Chemical Society on March 15, 2016.
Some studies have shown that the decomposition product of ADA, especially Semicarbazide, is a Carcinogen?
During the bread making process, ADA completely decomposes into other chemicals, one of which is SEM. At a high level, feeding SEM to female mice increases the incidence of tumors, but it does not affect male mice or mice of any gender. These studies were conducted in rodents, and their scanning electron microscopy levels far exceeded the estimated levels of human exposure to ada treated flour or bread products.
Does the FDA recommend consumers to change their dietary habits?
Based on science, the FDA does not recommend that consumers change their diet due to exposure to ADA/SEM. The FDA believes that ADA is a safe food additive when used for the purposes and levels specified by FDA regulations.
How do I know if bread products contain ADA?
Like all ingredients intentionally added to food, ADA must be listed on the ingredient label. Consumers can identify the addition of ADA by reading "Azodiformamide" on the label.
Do you need ADA to make bread?
No. The use of ADA as a whitening agent and dough conditioner is not necessary for bread making, and there are other approved alternative ingredients.
Do ADA have any other uses?
Yes, ADA is also authorized to be used as a foaming agent for the sealing cap of Food contact materials (such as ketchup bottles). In 2005, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) assessed the risk of using ADA as a foaming agent and concluded that, given the content found in glass bottles and food packaged in bottles, it would not have an impact on human health. However, the European Food Safety Authority also pointed out that if possible, contact with SEM should be limited, and the EU prohibits the use of ADA.
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Sodium diacetate is often used as a preservative in food
Sodium diacetate is a 1:1 mixture of sodium acetate and acetic acid, which is often used as a preservative, flavoring agent and pH regulator in food. Its European food additive number is E262 (ii).
What is Sodium diacetate?
Generally speaking, it is sodium acetate with a slight or sour taste. To be precise, it is a salt of acetic acid, also known as "dry acetic acid", because it is composed of free acetic acid in solid form (39% to 41%).
What is the use of Sodium diacetate?
The main purposes of use in food include the following three functions:
Preservatives in bread and meat that extend the shelf life of food.
Add vinegar flavoring to salty food.
A solid source of free acetic acid used to regulate the acidity of food.
What is Sodium diacetate made of?
This white hygroscopic crystalline solid is composed of equal amounts of sodium acetate and acetic acid on a molar basis. The content of free acetic acid is 39%~41%, and the content of sodium acetate is 58%~60%. (1)
How is Sodium acetate made?
Generally speaking, the FDA and EFSA respectively mention two manufacturing processes.
According to the regulations of FDA 21CFR184.1754, the synthesis of technical grade is to produce special grade through the reaction of sodium carbonate with acetic acid or anhydrous sodium acetate with acetic acid.
According to the European Food Safety Authority, the reaction is carried out between sodium hydroxide and the calculated excess glacial acetic acid, so as to leave enough free acid after the production of Sodium acetate.
What is the use of sodium diacetate?
It has antibacterial, vinegar flavored, and pH regulating effects, and is generally used in industries such as food, feed, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
food
Generally speaking, food grade applications include baking, meat, and salty products. In addition, the solid form makes it easy and safe to use, without the need for transportation like liquid acetic acid.
bread
As a preservative, it is used as a mold inhibitor in bread dough to extend its shelf life. At the same time, it has synergistic antibacterial effect with Calcium propanoate.
meat
Low level of Sodium diacetate (less than 0.2%) can reduce the surface pH of meat products (such as pork and beef), thus inhibiting the growth of mold and bacteria, including some major foodborne pathogens, Monocyte Listeria monocytogenes.
This is not only due to its effect on reducing pH value, but also related to the activity of acetic acid ions on the growth of Listeria.
The combination of Sodium lactate or potassium lactate with Sodium diacetate is more effective in inhibiting microbial growth.
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Coconut oil is natural substance containing stearic acid
Stearic acid cream
Some studies have shown that face cream containing docosanol and stearic acid can help treat skin damage in mice. Docosanol is a local treatment for recurrent herpes labialis caused by Herpes simplex virus. Researchers applied an irritant substance to the abdomen of mice, causing skin damage.
When researchers treat lesions with ointments, there is a significant reduction in the progression and severity of the lesions. These face cream make the skin look less swollen and ulcerated.
However, it is important to note that animal research has limitations and their findings may not be applicable to humans.
Shea butter fruit
Another example is Shea butter, which contains stearic acid. Cosmetics manufacturers often use Shea butter in their skincare products because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. There is evidence that cream containing Shea butter can reduce eczema symptoms.
Coconut oil
Coconut oil is another natural substance containing stearic acid (what is stearic acid), which is good for skin.
A study in 2018 found that freshly squeezed Coconut oil has anti-inflammatory effects in vitro.
Another study in 2018 showed that Coconut oil may have several skin care effects:
As a moisturizer, Coconut oil is as effective as mineral oil in treating mild to moderate dry skin
Fresh Coconut oil can reduce the severity of mild to moderate eczema
It has the characteristics of wound healing
It can reduce inflammation markers after exposure to sunlight
A study in 2021 investigated the ability of freshly squeezed Coconut oil to counteract the negative effects of alcohol based hand sanitizers, as frequent use of these hand sanitizers can cause skin damage. The study found that applying virgin Coconut oil to your hands before using hand sanitizer the next day can help to maintain moisture.
Impact on sensitive skin
A 2018 study investigated the effects of using moisturizers containing Shea butter and Coconut oil on the skin of 35 women. This group of people is between the ages of 18 and 60, and they all have sensitive skin.
Over the course of 21 days, participants applied moisturizer twice a day on their faces and bodies. No one reported any long-term adverse reactions. However, one person did experience a slight tingling and itching.
It is worth noting that this study has some limitations. Firstly, its sample size is very small. In addition to Shea butter and Coconut oil, moisturizing cream also contains other ingredients. This means that more conclusive studies may be needed to ensure that Shea butter and Coconut oil are safe for sensitive skin.
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Maltodextrin is a common ingredient in packaged foods
Maltodextrin is a white starchy powder that manufacturers add to many foods to improve their flavor, thickness, or shelf life.
Maltodextrin is a common ingredient in packaged foods, such as cakes, sweets and soft drinks. When it appears, it usually appears on food labels. Athletes can also use Maltose as a carbohydrate supplement.
Many people think that Maltodextrin is harmful to health. But how much truth are these claims?
Read on to learn about the benefits and hazards of Maltose and which foods contain it.
What is Maltodextrin?
Maltodextrin is a white powder, relatively tasteless, soluble in water. It is a widely used food additive because it can improve the texture, flavor, and shelf life of food.
Maltodextrin can be extracted from any starchy food, including corn, potatoes, wheat, cassava flour or rice. Although the powder comes from these natural products, it has been processed.
In order to manufacture Maltose dextrin, the manufacturer hydrolyzes the starch. Hydrolysis utilizes water, enzymes, and acids to break down starch into small pieces, resulting in a white powder composed of sugar molecules.
People with Coeliac disease should be aware that Maltose dextrin may contain trace amounts of gluten, and wheat is the source of starch. However, according to the charity Beyond Coeliac disease, Maltose is Glutelin free as long as the word wheat is not included in the ingredient list.
In edible products, this powder can help:
To thicken food or liquid and combine ingredients together
Improve texture or flavor
Helps preserve food and extend its shelf life
Replacing sugar or fat in low calorie processed foods
Maltodextrin has no nutritional value. However, it is a very easily digestible carbohydrate that can quickly provide energy. Therefore, manufacturers add this powder to many Sports drink and snacks.
Which foods contain Maltodextrin?
Many people unconsciously eat Maltose dextrin every day. Foods that usually contain maltodextrin (what is malodextrin) include:
Pasta, cooked grains, and rice
Meat substitutes
Baked food
Salad dressing
Frozen food
soup
Sugar and Candy
Energy drink and Sports drink
Some manufacturers also add Maltodextrin to lotions, hair care products and livestock feed.
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Indigo has a long life
Natural indigo can be obtained from various plants, with indigo being the most widely used. This shrub grows in the wild and is cultivated in tropical regions around the world. Indigo powder - the famous blue dye - is extracted from the leaves of indigo plants. Extracts can be purchased in block or sheet form (both require grinding before use) or as fine powder.
Indigo also takes the form of leaves - the leaves are harvested, dried, and ground into powder. This form is used as a hair dye and directly applied. We do not recommend using dried leaves to make these indigo barrels.
Indigo was first synthesized in 1880. Today, synthetic indigo is produced from raw materials obtained in the petrochemical industry. It is widely used in the commercial production of blue jeans. Unlike synthetic indigo, natural indigo is extracted from indigo plants. Maiwa obtained natural indigo from Indigo Farm in southern South India.
Our relationship with indigo (what is indigo)
Decades ago, Maiwa began searching for blue. The term 'indigo' can be seen everywhere, but it has proven that this legendary dye is even more elusive. One hundred years ago, the German chemist Adolf von Baeyer discovered the chemical formula of indigo and found a method for industrial synthesis of indigo. During that period, there were fewer and fewer farmers who grew indigo and fewer people who knew how to extract indigo.
Indigo has a long life: archaeological evidence shows that its use can be traced back to the Indus Valley Civilisation in 3000 BC. Ancient cultures - Greece, Rome, China, Japan, India - all created unique textiles based on indigo. It is worth noting that indigo is also used in Central and South America, where indigo was independently discovered. Blue seems to be both universal and closely related to the culture in which it is used.
Indigo is the first dye we used in Maiwa. When exploring new relationships with printing factories or expanding a weaving or dyeing project, indigo is the first. On the contrary, when we are teaching, indigo is the last one. The experience of dyeing with indigo is so powerful, and there is such magic in this process. If we start with indigo, students will never continue to learn other colors.
It took us several years to trace indigo back to the fields where it grew. We get closer every year. One day 15 years ago, we were suggested to travel to Andhra Pradesh in southern South India. We came to a farm, and it was right there. There are fields there, and early morning ox carts are working to transport freshly cut indigo plants in. There is also a cement extraction tank. After decades of indigo processing, they have been dyed deep blue - as dark as tropical nights.
After thirty years of development, Maiwa and Indigo have formed a close relationship. We have collaborated with historians such as Jenny Balfour Paul, researcher Dominique Carden, and botanist and chemist Michel Garcia. We gathered Woodblock printing workers from Rajasthan and Kuchi Desert, and put them in the same natural dye studio with Ikat weavers from the south and Eri silk farmers from Ethiopia. Indigo connects them together.
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What you need to know about calcium pantothenate
What is calcium pantothenate?
The first word of this ingredient may make you think it is a form of calcium. This is not the case. Its true nature lies in its second word, pantothenic acid. It is a form of vitamin B pantothenic acid (PA).
Off topic: The name of this element always reminds me to read and listen carefully. A Mockingbird will start the morning song with the borrowed Cardinal's cheerful "cheering, cheering, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful", and then quickly turn into the "teapot, teapot, teapot" of the Carolina wren. A person needs to constantly listen or read in this situation to know its true characteristics!
What is pantothenic acid?
In 1933, Roger Williams found that adenosine phosphate was necessary for all life forms. Therefore, it exists in almost every type of food. Specifically, PA is necessary for the production of CoA, a compound required to produce energy from the fats we eat. Several proteins that help cells generate fat also require it. The relationship between coenzyme a and PA is very close, with about 85% of PA present in food in the form of coenzyme a.
Formula manufacturers choose calcium pantothenate as a formula ingredient because it is very stable and will not degrade when placed on shelves. Most vitamins naturally decompose over time, and temperature is an important factor affecting their decomposition rate. Do not use Infant formula that has expired. After this date, some nutrients may degrade and be lower than the amount listed on the label.
Regulations and Safety
Calcium pantothenate is generally considered safe in the United States and Europe (GRAS). This component is also known as "d-calcium pantothenate".
The US Food and Drug Administration requires infant Infant formula to contain at least 300 micrograms (mcg) per 100 calories. No upper limit set. There have been reports of no toxicity in consuming large amounts of pantothenic acid. The European Commission requires 400 to 2000 micrograms per 100 calories of Infant formula.
Dietary precautions
Vegetarian resource organizations list calcium pantothenate as' usually vegetarian '. It is often synthesized chemically without known religious restrictions.
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What you need to know about calcium pantothenate
What is calcium pantothenate?
The first word of this ingredient may make you think it is a form of calcium. This is not the case. Its true nature lies in its second word, pantothenic acid. It is a form of vitamin B pantothenic acid (PA).
Off topic: The name of this element always reminds me to read and listen carefully. A Mockingbird will start the morning song with the borrowed Cardinal's cheerful "cheering, cheering, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful", and then quickly turn into the "teapot, teapot, teapot" of the Carolina wren. A person needs to constantly listen or read in this situation to know its true characteristics!
What is pantothenic acid?
In 1933, Roger Williams found that adenosine phosphate was necessary for all life forms. Therefore, it exists in almost every type of food. Specifically, PA is necessary for the production of CoA, a compound required to produce energy from the fats we eat. Several proteins that help cells generate fat also require it. The relationship between coenzyme a and PA is very close, with about 85% of PA present in food in the form of coenzyme a.
Formula manufacturers choose calcium pantothenate as a formula ingredient because it is very stable and will not degrade when placed on shelves. Most vitamins naturally decompose over time, and temperature is an important factor affecting their decomposition rate. Do not use Infant formula that has expired. After this date, some nutrients may degrade and be lower than the amount listed on the label.
Regulations and Safety
Calcium pantothenate is generally considered safe in the United States and Europe (GRAS). This component is also known as "d-calcium pantothenate".
The US Food and Drug Administration requires infant Infant formula to contain at least 300 micrograms (mcg) per 100 calories. No upper limit set. There have been reports of no toxicity in consuming large amounts of pantothenic acid. The European Commission requires 400 to 2000 micrograms per 100 calories of Infant formula.
Dietary precautions
Vegetarian resource organizations list calcium pantothenate as' usually vegetarian '. It is often synthesized chemically without known religious restrictions.
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