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Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is produced by the placenta. It is excreted in the urine of pregnant women. It is a water soluble dimeric glycoprotein hormone. It is composed of the alpha subunit and beta subunits. Other members of this family of glycoprotein hormones include the follicle stimulating hormone and thyroid stimulating hormone besides luteinizing hormone. Human chorionic gonadotropin is found only in pregnant women. Its peak level is during the first pregnancy trimester. This hormone is not present in the non pregnant females or not in males too. Human chorionic gonadotropin’s main function is to stimulate the development of … Continue reading →

Obese people tend to avoid high calorie foods like eggs and dairy products as well as meat. But this diet habit will only affect them adversely if they are trying to achieve fat loss for idiots. Medical science supports this fact. Vitamin B12, or riboflavin, is a vitamin which is manufactured by bio-synthesizing microorganisms as well as plants. Vitamin B12 is needed to produce flavin adenine dinucleotide as well as flavin mononucleotide. They are both required for the enzymatic oxidation of carbohydrates. Hence, Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient for humans. Its deficiency may result in the inflammation of mouth … Continue reading →