vitamins and minerals – Dr Ramakanta's Ideas

Iron, Calcium and Magnesium

All of us know about the importance of Iron and calcium in our health. Magnesium plays an important role in our health. Today we shall discuss the importance of Magnesium in our diet.

Coenzyme Q 10 : the Yayati molecule

Our body consists of 36 trillion cells. Each cell is a complete housing unit with its own kitchen corner and toilet system.The Kitchen inside our cell is known as Mitochondria. Whatever food we take is burnt down into energy and packaged into ATP inside the mitochondria. ATP is the currency of Life.One of the fuelContinue reading “Coenzyme Q 10 : the Yayati molecule”

Vitamin B3 and Sleep disturbance

“Vitamin B3, a vital nutrient, plays a crucial role in overall health and well-being. Interestingly, its biochemical pathways intersect with the synthesis of two key neurotransmitters: serotonin and melatonin. These hormones are essential for regulating sleep and mood. While a direct link between vitamin B3 deficiency and sleep or mood disorders isn’t established, disruptions in these interconnected pathways can potentially contribute to sleep disturbances and mood fluctuations.”