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| * [[26-deoxyactein]] A component of black cohosh. It belongs to the family of chemical compounds called triterpene glycosides.
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| * [[ACE inhibitor]] - An inhibitor of the angiotensin-converting enzyme. A medication used to treat hypertension, stroke, heart attack, diabetes, and kidney issues.
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| * [[ACE inhibitor]] Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor. A medicine used to treat high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack, diabetes, and kidney problems
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| * [[AMRM]] The Dietary Supplements Analytical Materials/Reference Materials Program of the Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health.
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| * [[AOAC International]] AOAC International is a not-for-profit voluntary consensus standards body cited in the US Code of Federal Regulations under Title 21: "It is the policy of FDA in its enforcement program to use methods of analysis of AOAC International when available and applicable." AOAC is also cited under Title 9 within this context by the USDA. AOAC was founded in 1884 as the Association of Official Agricultural Chemists; in 1965 the Association's name changed to the Association of Official Analytical Chemists to reflect expansion of scope. The organization now refers to itself as AOAC International.
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| * [[Abetalipoproteinemia]] - The inability of the intestine to absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins from food.
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| * [[Absorption]] - The movement of protein, carbohydrates, fats, and other nutrients from the digestive tract into the bloodstream.
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| * [[Acid Reflux]] - A condition in which stomach acid leaks backwards into the esophagus, causing heartburn.
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| * [[Acne]] - A sometimes severe skin condition characterized by whiteheads, blackheads, and zits.
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| * [[Actein]] - A black cohosh constituent belonging to the triterpene glycosides family of chemical compounds.
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| * [[Acute]] - Sudden, severe, and transient.
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| * [[Adenoma]] - A benign (non-cancerous) tumor.
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| * [[Adequate Intake]] AI. The recommended daily intake of a nutrient estimated by the Institute of Medicine to meet or exceed the amount needed to maintain adequate nutrition for most people in a particular life stage and gender group. An AI is established when not enough information is available from scientific research to determine a Recommended Dietary Allowance (a dietary intake level that is sufficient to meet the nutrient requirements of most people).
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| * [[Administration]] - The act of giving a medication or dietary supplement to a patient.
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| * [[Adverse Effect]] - A negative side effect.
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| * [[Adverse Reaction]] - An undesirable or harmful reaction to a treatment.
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| * [[Aerobic exercise]] exercise that raises the heart rate and increases oxygen consumption, such as running or cycling.
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| * [[Age-related Macular Degeneration]] (AMD) - A disease of the eye that causes the loss of central vision.
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| * [[Agent]] - In medicine, a drug, dietary supplement, or substance used for diagnosing, screening, preventing, or treating disease.
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| * [[Alpha-carotene]] - A pigment found in fruits and vegetables that the body can convert into vitamin A.
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| * [[Alpha-tocopherol Equivalent]] - A unit of measurement used to compare the effects of various forms of vitamin E to alpha-tocopherol.
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| * [[Alpha-tocopherol Transfer Protein]] (ATTP) - A substance produced in the liver that binds to and transports vitamin E.
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| * [[Alzheimer’s disease]] A brain disease in which thinking, memory, and reasoning ability is slowly destroyed. In advanced stages, an affected person becomes disoriented and confused, has mood and behavior changes, and has difficulty talking, walking, and swallowing. Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, irreversible, and incurable.
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| * [[American Academy of Pediatrics]] AAP. An organization of pediatricians (medical doctors who specialize in the development, care, and diseases of children) that works to improve the health and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
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| * [[American Cancer Society]] A nationwide, community-based organization involved in cancer research, education, patient services, advocacy, and rehabilitation.
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| * [[American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists]] A national medical society for obstetricians (doctors who specialize in pregnancy and the delivery of babies) and gynecologists (doctors who specialize in treating diseases of the female reproductive organs).
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| * [[American National Standards Institute]] ANSI is a private, nonprofit organization that coordinates the US voluntary standardization and conformity assessment system. Its mission is to enhance US global competitiveness and the American quality of life by promoting, facilitating, and safeguarding the integrity of the voluntary standardization system. ANSI represents the interests of its company, organizational, government, institutional and international members. ANSI accredits national standards developing organizations and approves American National Standards. It represents US interests in international standards development activities.
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| * [[American National Standards]] The American National Standards Institute facilitates the development of the ANS by accrediting the procedures of standards developers. This accreditation signifies that the procedures used by the standards developer in connection with ANS meet the Institute's essential requirements for openness, balance, consensus, and due process.
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| * [[Antagonist H2 receptor]] - A medication that decreases the amount of stomach acid produced. It is employed in the treatment of stomach ulcer (peptic ulcer) and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
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| * [[B vitamin]] A nutrient that is important for cell function. The B vitamins are biotin, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin (vitamin B2), thiamin, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12. The B vitamins make up the vitamin B complex.
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| * [[BRT]] Botanical Review Team of the Center for Drug Evaluation Research of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). BRT provides scientific expertise on botanical issues to CDER's reviewing staff and ensures consistent interpretation of FDA's "Guidance for Industry: Botanical Drug Products."
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| * [[Basal metabolic rate (BMR)]] the amount of energy (in calories) required to maintain basic bodily functions while at rest.
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| * [[Body composition]] the ratio of fat, muscle, and other tissues in the body.
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| * [[Body mass index (BMI)]] a measure of body fat based on height and weight.
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| * [[Body positivity]] a movement that promotes acceptance and appreciation of all body types, rather than adhering to traditional beauty standards.
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| * [[Body recomposition]] the process of changing body composition by reducing body fat while increasing lean muscle mass.
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| * [[Bodyweight cardio]] a type of workout that uses bodyweight exercises to improve cardiovascular endurance.
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| * [[Bodyweight circuit]] a type of workout that includes a series of bodyweight exercises performed in sequence for a specific period of time.
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| * [[Bodyweight exercise program]] a plan that includes bodyweight exercises to increase strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance.
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| * [[Bodyweight exercise]] exercises that use the weight of the body as resistance, such as push-ups or squats.
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| * [[Bodyweight fluctuation]] minor changes in body weight that can occur naturally due to hydration status, hormone levels, and other factors.
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| * [[Bodyweight percentage]] the percentage of body weight that is comprised of fat.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and HIIT]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with high-intensity interval training to improve overall fitness and performance.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and Pilates]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with Pilates movements and breathing to improve overall fitness and core strength.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and TRX]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with TRX suspension trainer movements to improve overall fitness and core strength.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and cardio]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with cardio intervals to improve overall fitness.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and conditioning]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with conditioning drills to improve overall fitness and performance.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and kettlebell]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with kettlebell movements to improve overall fitness and muscle tone.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and medicine ball]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with medicine ball movements to improve overall fitness and core strength.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and resistance band]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with resistance band exercises to improve overall fitness and muscle tone.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength and yoga]] a type of workout that combines bodyweight strength exercises with yoga postures and breathing to improve overall fitness and flexibility.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength training program]] a plan that includes bodyweight exercises to build strength and muscle mass.
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| * [[Bodyweight strength]] the ability to perform strength-based exercises using only bodyweight resistance.
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| * [[Bodyweight tabata]] a type of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that alternates between short periods of intense exercise and periods of rest, often using bodyweight exercises.
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| * [[Bodyweight training equipment]] equipment used for bodyweight training, such as resistance bands, suspension trainers, and stability balls.
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| * [[Bodyweight training program]] a plan that includes bodyweight exercises to increase strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance.
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| * [[Bodyweight workout]] a workout that uses only the weight of the body as resistance, often without equipment.
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| * [[Calorie]] a unit of energy used to measure the amount of energy in food.
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| * [[Carb cycling]] a dietary approach that alternates periods of high and low carbohydrate intake.
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| * [[Carbohydrates]] one of the three macronutrients that provide energy to the body.
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| * [[Cardio]] short for cardiovascular exercise, refers to any physical activity that increases heart rate and oxygen consumption.
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| * [[Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition]] CFSAN, US Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services. CFSAN is responsible for developing policy and regulations for dietary supplements.
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| * [[Centers for Disease Control and
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