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Founded in Patras in 2013 by a team of engineers and management innovation experts, MILESTONE Food for your Genes offers natural liquid functional foods. We transform food into functional food and we will continue to do so in order to provide you with clean, ethical, and sustainable food for your genes. Read the news on functional foods and how functional nutrition can help you achieve your..
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1y ago
Optimizing Usage & Storage
Discover the best practices for incorporating our products into your daily routine, and ensure their freshness and efficacy for your well-being. Explore the details below and find out the Do’s and Dont’s related to the consumption and usage of our functional foods.
Getting the Most Out of Our Concentrates
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DONT'S
Refrigerate
Plan to consume our concentrates shortly after purchase?
Keep at your fridge all the time. Ensures freshness and quality.
Do not refrigerate only if you plan to consume within 30 days.
Freeze
Find out why freezing is the ..read more
Milestone Blog
1y ago
Optimizing Usage & Storage
Discover the best practices for incorporating our products into your daily routine, and ensure their freshness and efficacy for your well-being. Explore the details below and find out the Do’s and Dont’s related to the consumption and usage of our functional foods.
Unlocking the Full Potential of Our Medical Oils
DO'S
DONT'S
Refrigerate
Plan to consume our oils shortly after purchase?
Always keep at your fridge for less than 5% polyphenol loss in 12 months.
Refrigeration not necessary if you plan to consume our oils within 30 days after purchase ..read more
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1y ago
If you have been diagnosed with an iron deficiency or anemia, it’s important to work with your healthcare provider to determine the best treatment plan for your specific situation. However, here are some ways to increase your iron levels:
Eat iron-rich foods
As mentioned earlier, foods high in iron include red meat, organ meats, shellfish, legumes, dark chocolate, and leafy greens like spinach. Eating these foods regularly can help increase your iron levels.
Pair iron-rich foods with vitamin C
Vitamin C helps your body absorb iron more efficiently. Eating iron-rich foods with foods high ..read more
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1y ago
Vitamin B12 and folate are both important nutrients that play key roles in the body’s processes related to DNA synthesis, cell division, and red blood cell production. A deficiency in either nutrient can lead to a range of health problems, including anemia.
Vitamin B12 and folate deficiency are connected
Vitamin B12 is necessary for the conversion of folate into its active form, methylfolate. Without enough B12, the body cannot properly convert folate into its active form, resulting in a functional folate deficiency. This can lead to a buildup of homocysteine, an amino acid that can be tox ..read more
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1y ago
It is difficult for vegans to obtain adequate amounts of vitamin B12 from natural, plant-based sources alone, as the vitamin is primarily found in animal products. However, there are some alternative sources of vitamin B12 for vegans that can help meet their daily needs:
Functional Foods
Functional foods are a new category of healthy foods that will provide you the right amount of vitamin B12 for your daily needs. Functional foods come in the raw form, meaning that they are supposed to be consumed as foods – not supplements which typically come in the form of pills, soft-gels, sublingual t ..read more
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1y ago
Pomegranates are among nature’s best functional foods due to their potential health benefits beyond basic nutrition. They are a great source of antioxidants, which may help protect against chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. Pomegranates also contain polyphenols, which have been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects, and may also help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels. In addition, pomegranates are a good source of fiber and vitamin C, which are important for overall health. However, more research is needed to fully understand the pote ..read more
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1y ago
Pomegranates have been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years in various traditional medicines, such as Ayurveda, Unani, and traditional Chinese medicine. In recent years, scientific research has also provided evidence of the potential health benefits of pomegranates. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, which are important for maintaining good health. Some of the potential medicinal properties of pomegranates include:
Anti-inflammatory properties
Pomegranates contain compounds that have been shown to reduce inflammation in the body. Chronic inflammati ..read more
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1y ago
Foods that are rich in iron and nitrates are the key to increasing oxygen supply throughout your body. As a result of high concentration of polyphenols and nitrates, pomegranate may further increase the delivery of blood, oxygen, and energy substrates to skeletal muscle.
Pomegranates are rich in choline, iron, copper, zinc, and vitamins B3 and B6. They boost the bioavailability of nitric oxide, which enhances blood flow and oxygen delivery. Pomegranate seeds or juice that has just been squeezed can help dilate blood vessels and enhance blood flow. As a result, there is a reduced chance that ..read more
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1y ago
Taking curcumin every day may have several potential health benefits, as it has been studied extensively for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Here are some of the potential effects of taking curcumin every day:
Reducing inflammation
Curcumin has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, which means that it may help to reduce inflammation throughout the body. Chronic inflammation has been linked to several chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Improving brain function
Some studies have suggested that curcumin may have cardiovas ..read more
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1y ago
There is some evidence to suggest that high-phenolic olive oil may be beneficial for nerve damage. Phenolic compounds found in high-phenolic olive oil have been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which may help to protect nerve cells from damage. Additionally, some phenolic compounds in olive oil have been shown to have neuroprotective effects in human clinical studies.
High-Phenolic olive oil clinical studies on neuroprotection
One study published in the journal Food & Function found that high-phenolic olive oil had protective effects on nerve cells in a cell ..read more