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DANDELION: An herb (Taraxacum officinale). The dandelion plant comes from the Asteraceae family and has a base of toothy leaves that rises from a thin, hollow stem and is capped by a deep yellow head of ligulate flowers. This plant is a native of Europe and ubiquitous in North America. However, there are hundreds of forms of subspecies which are not similar in appearance and are recognized by botanical specialists. DEHYDROASCORBATE: An oxidized form of ascorbic acid (vitamin C). DEVIL'S CLAW: An herb (Harpagophytum procumbens). Devil's claw belongs to the family Pedaliaceae and is a South African plant. It has been recommended for treating a wide variety of conditions. Devil's claw is free from side effects and seemingly lacks any appreciable toxicity. DIGESTIVE AIDS: An enzymatic aid in the digestion of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Helps promote intestinal health. The most commonly used digestive aids are hydrochloric acid, pancreatin and enzyme preparations. Without proper digestion, the molecules that have not been ingested completely can be inappropriately absorbed into the systemic circulation, causing various diseases and the development of food allergies. DIVALENT: having a chemical valence of two. DLP: (D.L-Phenylalanine): A 50-50 mixture of d-phenylalanine and l-phenylalanine. May help alleviate chronic pain by increasing endorphin activity (the body s natural painkillers). DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid, the genetic material of the cell residing in the nucleus that controls heredity and directs cellular processes. DONG QUAI: An herb (Angelica sinensis). One of the most important female tonic remedies in Chinese medicine, Dong Quai is used to provide energy and regulate female hormones. The main active ingredient is ligustilide which has been shown to normalize uterine contractions, improve peripheral circulation, relax blood vessels and act as a general blood tonic. DSHEA: DSHEA stands for Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act which is a bill passed by Congress in 1994. It recognizes the valuable role nutritional supplements play in promoting health and opens the way for consumers to obtain the information they need to make health dietary choices. |
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