Chapter 28

accommodative insufficiency A condition is characterized by difficulty in changing focus from near to far.

acidophilus (Lactobacillus acidophilus) A beneficial bacteria living in your digestive system. Usually included in probiotics.

adaptogens Herbs which help promote natural response to stress. They can also be used to enhance the immune system.

adrenal cortex In this book, adrenal cortex describes a supplement made from dried adrenal glands. It supports your adrenal glands by providing the necessary nutrients it may be missing.

adrenal cortex extract A supplement containing both the adrenal cortex and the medula. The medula is where adrenaline and noradrenaline are made. This extract may contain some of those hormones which you don’t want. You want to get adrenal cortex.

adrenal glands The adrenal glands regulate your ability to fight stress.

adrenal medulla The part of the adrenal gland that produces adrenaline and noradrenaline.

adrenaline A hormone your body uses to respond to stress. It is the basis of the “fight or flight” response.

agonize (medical term) Acts as a replacement in cell receptors and mimics their response.

alanine aminotransferase (ALT) A liver enzyme. Elevated levels may indicate liver damage.

alkalinize Causes to become less acidic.

alpha lipoic acid (ALA) The main chelator used in the Andy Cutler chelation protocol.

Alzheimer’s disease A specific form of dementia.

amalgam In this book, amalgam refers to the silver dental fillings that are a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and copper.

amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) A motor neuron disease causing slow paralysis and death. Also know as Lou Gehrigs disease.

androgen A steroid hormone usually associated with males, however females require androgen also.

anorexia An eating disorder characterized by low weight, fear of gaining weight and food restriction.

antagonize (medical term) Blocks receptors in cells and and produces no physiologic effect.

anxiety disorder A mental disorder characterized by anxiety and fear.

aspartate aminotransferasen (AST) A liver enzyme. High levels of AST may indicate liver damage.

atherosclerosis Also called arterial sclerosis or hardening of the arteries. The arteries become narrower due to plaque buildup and slowly disrupt blood flow.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD is a disorder that makes it difficult for you to pay attention and control impulsive behaviors. You may also be restless and almost constantly active.

autism spectrum disorder ASD is a developmental disorder that affects communcation and behavior. It can be diagnosed at any age.

autoimmune disease Autoimmune disease is caused by your immune system mistakenly attacking parts of your body, such as organs, tissues and cells.