Chemistry and Biochemistry definitions
What is an abundant nonmetallic element found in all organic compounds
Carbon
sudden facial redness caused by blood rushing to the skin
flushing
a persistent, irrational fear of a specific or a particular object or situation or activity that compels a desire to avoid it
Phobia
ingredients derived from an agricultural product that has been produced, handled, and processed under the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Organic Program
Organic ingredients
one or more syllables sung or chanted to help bring balance to the body-mind system. The most commonly known and used mantra is om, pronounced "aum"
Mantra
what is an active phenylpropanoid compounds with extremely beneficial properties for maintaining health and reversing disease.
Flavonoids
a superficial burn that may be red and swollen with some pain. It affects only the outer layer of skin, primarily the epidermis
first-degree burn
a class of drugs used to prevent or limit the severity of the symptoms of psychosis
Antipsychotics
the result of a chemical process that brings a formulation's pH to 7, or neutral on the pH scale. Partial neutralization occurs when a chemical product is added to the formulation to move the compound up or down the pH scale toward 7
Neutralization
a spiritual teacher. Literally means "one who removes the darkness of ignorance"
guru
vitamins or hormones that assist in an enzyme's activity or act as a cofactor
Coenzymes
fluid oozing from a healing wound?
exudates
a heart condition characterized by irregular heartbeats. Arrhythmias can be harmless or potentially serious
arrythmia
a mild retinoid
retinyl palmitate
mbalance of doshas or one's present condition
Vikruti
having a painkilling effect
analgesic
crusty-looking, slightly raised lesions in mature, sun-damaged skin. They often appear in the cheekbone area. They may be black, brown, gray, or sometimes flesh-toned or sallow
seborrheic keratoses
the most commonly prescribed type of antidepressant used to treat milder cases of depression or anxiety
tricyclics (TCAs)
the second smallest of the alpha hydroxy acids, frequently used for its moisturizing properties
Lactic Acid
the dosha that gives structure to the body, lubricates tissues, provides strength, and supports immune function. This dosha has qualities that are like earth and water
Kapha dosha
physiologically active organic compounds containing an aromatic ring and a three-carbon chain
phenylpropanoids
a skin mite that has been associated with rosacea
Demodex folliculorum
an ocular condition characterized by fluid leaking from the macula, resulting in blurred vision
central serous retinopathy
a family of plant-based antioxidants, most often found in the leaves of the tea plant, but also in apples, berries, chocolate, and red wine
catechins
the language in which the root texts of Ayurveda were written
Sanskrit