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  • MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) also known as dimethylsulfone DMSO2 is a sulphur bearing compound that exists naturally in cows milk (its highest source), many fruits, grains and meat. It is a…

  • The term "nutraceutical" was coined to represent compounds found in food and herbs that are not technically considered nutrients (such as vitamins or minerals), but which may have a…

  • Olive leaf extract is taken from the tree Olea europaea. Olive leaf extract exhibits both anti-viral and antibacterial effects; it may also be effective against various yeast infections (e.g.…

  • Supplements are products that are added to foods for either a nutritional or a therapeutic benefit. For clarity, the following terminology will be used: Dietary supplements or dietary…

  • Slippery elm is a herb prepared from the inner bark of the slippery or red elm tree (Ulmus rubra). The term "slippery" refers to the remarkable viscid gel called a mucilage that is…

  • Soy proteins are the proteins found in the soya bean and its products such as tofu. Isoflavones are a particularly important class of soy protein, and include the water-soluble compounds…

  • St. John’s wort is a herb, prepared from the plant Hypericum perforatum, that is mainly used for treating depression and anxiety disorders in people. This is a fairly modern use of St.…

  • Tea tree oil is a highly potent oil extract from the tea tree plant (Melaleuca alternifolia) found in Australia. It is a traditional herbal remedy of Australian aborigines. Terpinen-4-ol is…

  • TTouch is a form of touch/massage therapy devised and popularised in 1978 by Linda Tellington Jones. Linda is an equine therapist with a long-standing interest in massage, training, and…

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a complete system of medicine developed to prevent and treat disease. Its roots are in writings and practices which were developed over millennia. TCM…