Category: Terms

An astringent (occasional alternative: adstringent) substance is a chemical compound that tends to shrink or constrict body tissues. The word “astringent” derives from Latin adstringere, meaning “to bind fast”. Two common examples are calamine lotion and witch hazel. Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astringent

phy·to·nu·tri·ent \ˌfī-tō-ˈnü-trē-ənt, -ˈnyü-\ noun: a bioactive plant-derived compound (as resveratrol) associated with positive health effects Source: www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phytonutrient

nu·cle·ic acid / (no͞o-klē′ĭk, -klā′-, nyo͞o-) noun: Any of a group of complex compounds found in all living cells and viruses, composed of purines, pyrimidines, carbohydrates, and phosphoric acid. Nucleic acids in the form of DNA and RNA control cellular function and heredity. Source: www.thefreedictionary.com/Nucleic+acid

[gas-troh-in-tes-tuh-nl] adjective, Anatomy: of, relating to, or affecting the stomach and intestines. Source: dictionary.reference.com/browse/gastrointestinal

pul·mo·nary \ˈpu̇l-mə-ˌner-ē, ˈpəl-\ adjective, medical: relating to the lungs Source: www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pulmonary

Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose). Glucose is vital to your health because it’s an important source of energy for the cells that make up your muscles and tissues. It’s also your brain’s main source of fuel. If you have diabetes, no matter what […]

[kahr-dee-oh-vas-kyuh-ler] adjective, Anatomy: of, relating to, or affecting the heart and blood vessels. Source: dictionary.reference.com/browse/cardiovascular

Antiseptics are chemical agents that slow or stop the growth of micro-organisms (germs) on external surfaces of the body and help prevent infections. Antiseptics should be distinguished from antibiotics that destroy micro-organisms inside the body, and from disinfectants, which destroy micro-organisms found on inanimate (non-living) objects. However, antiseptics are often referred to as skin disinfectants. […]

Medical term for Anti-inflammatory Source: www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antiphlogistic

Antibiotics are powerful medicines that fight bacterial infections. Used properly, antibiotics can save lives. They either kill bacteria or keep them from reproducing. Your body’s natural defenses can usually take it from there. Antibiotics do not fight infections caused by viruses, such as: Colds Flu Most coughs and bronchitis Sore throats, unless caused by strep […]