Health / Vitamins Glossary

Milliliter: One thousandth of a liter.

Mineral: An inorganic substance occurring naturally in the earth's crust which has a characteristic chemical composition. Many minerals are essential nutrients.

Mineralization: The addition of any mineral to the body.

Multivitamin: A pill, beverage, or other substance containing more than one vitamin.

Myoglobin: An iron containing molecule that stores oxygen in the tissues.

N-6 Furfuryladenine: Also known as Kinetin.

Nitrosamine: Potentially carcinogenic compounds formed by the reactions of nitrites with amines or amides normally present in the body.

Noradrenaline: Also known as norepinephrine. A chemical involved in the transmission of nerve impulses.

Nucleic Acids: Chemical compounds found in plant and animal cells which are involved in the transmission of genetic characteristics.

O2: Gas with multiple chemical and medical applicability, in the cosmetic industry, O2 enrichment appears as target of many skin and hair care products due to the rejuvenating benefits of this g . . . View Full Definition

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Fatty acids which may have health benefits including protection against heart disease, asthma, cancer, arthritis and other disorders.

Oxalate: A compound found in plants that binds to minerals such as calcium and reduces their absorption.

Oxidation: A chemical reaction in which oxygen combines with a substance, changing or destroying its normal function. Oxidation can damage cell membranes and interfere with a cell's regulatory systems.

Pal-Kttks: Chemically known as palmitoyl-pentapepetide 3, cosmetic active ingredient derived from a modified chain of five amino acids, effectively improves wrinkle appearance without causing skin irri . . . View Full Definition

Peptides: Ts. compound consisting of amino acids chemically linked together by peptide collagen levels, work as muscle relaxers and reduce the muscle contraction by inhibiting bonds, most popular cosm . . . View Full Definition

Phytate: A compound found in plant fibers that binds to minerals such as calcium, iron and zinc and prevents their absorption.

Phyto-Chemical Concentrates: Chemical constituents of plants part of its defense system, others than proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals used in human nutrition, enhance overall health, act as detoxifyi . . . View Full Definition

Phytochemical: A plant compound that has health-promoting properties.

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