Coenzyme Q10

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a vitamin-like substance produced by the human body and is necessary for the basic functioning of cells. Natural CoQ10 levels are reported to decrease with age and to be low in patients with some chronic diseases such as heart conditions, muscular dystrophies, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS. Some prescription drugs […]

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Theanine

 Theanine is an amino acid (a building block for proteins) found in green tea. Contents Uses Benefits Other Names: References Uses People use theanine for treating anxiety and high blood pressure, for preventing Alzheimer’s disease, and for making cancer drugs more effective. L-theanine reduces stress, improves the quality of sleep, diminishes the symptoms of PMS, […]

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Antimicrobial

“Antimicrobial” is a general term that refers to a group of drugs that includes antibiotics, antifungals, antiprotozoals, and antivirals. Source: www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=9621

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Antigen

an·ti·gen (ăn′tĭ-jən) also an·ti·gene (-jēn′) noun: A substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs. Source: www.thefreedictionary.com/antigen

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Antibodies

An antibody is a protein produced by the body’s immune system when it detects harmful substances, called antigens. Examples of antigens include microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses) and chemicals. Antibodies may be produced when the immune system mistakenly considers healthy tissue a harmful substance. This is called an autoimmune disorder. Each type of antibody […]

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Amino acid

Amino acid Twenty percent of the human body is made up of protein. Protein plays a crucial role in almost all biological processes and amino acids are the building blocks of it. A large proportion of our cells, muscles and tissue is made up of amino acids, meaning they carry out many important bodily functions, […]

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Acrylates/octylacryamide copolymer

Acrylates/octylacryamide copolymer This polymer is a hydrophobic high molecular weight carboxylated acrylic copolymer. Because the polymer is inherently moisture resistant, it can be used in waterproof sunscreens as well as a variety of protective creams and lotions. Fine white powder. Excellent film forming polymer that adds water-resistance to creams, sunscreen and mascara. Provides water-proof protection […]

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Acetylcholine

Acetylcholine: A neurotransmitter released by nerves that is essential for communication between the nerves and muscles. Source: www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=23278

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Acetic acid

Acetic acid is used to treat an outer ear infection (external otitis). It works by stopping the growth of bacteria and fungus. Treating the infection reduces pain and swelling in the ear. Wetness in the ear canal can help bacteria and fungus to grow. This medication may also contain drying ingredients such as glycerin or […]

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Acai

Acai The acai (ah-sigh-EE) berry is a grape-like fruit harvested from acai palm trees, which are native to the rainforests of South America. Acai berries are widely touted as a so-called superfood, with proponents claiming that they are helpful for a variety of health concerns, including arthritis, cancer, weight loss, high cholesterol, erectile dysfunction, detoxification […]

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