Aspartame is the technical name for the brand names, NutraSweet, Equal, Spoonful, and Equal-Measure. Aspartame was discovered by accident in 1965,...

The process by which the body rids itself of unwanted and potentially harmful substances, or toxins. These toxins can come from food, water, air, or...

A single-cell organism that may cause infection in the mouth, vagina, gastrointestinal tract, and any or all bodily parts. Common yeast infections...

The chemical processes of living cells in which energy is produced in order to replace and repair tissues and maintain a healthy body. Responsible...

The largest organ in the body, found behind the ribs on the right side of the abdomen. It has many important functions, such as removing harmful...

The "friendly" bacteria present in the intestines that are essential for the digestion and metabolism of certain nutrients.

Free radicals attack other beneficial molecules in the body in a process known as oxidative stress. Free radicals are highly reactive molecules...

Detoxification therapy helps to rid the body of chemicals and pollutants and can facilitate a return to health.

A bitter, yellow-green secretion of the liver. Bile is stored in the gallbladder and is released when fat enters the first part of the small...

Microscopic germs. Some bacteria are "harmful" and can cause disease, while other "friendly" bacteria protect the body from...

A low-calorie sweetener used in a variety of foods and drinks and as a tabletop sweetener. It is about 200 times sweeter than sugar and is commonly...

A chemical compound that slows or prevents oxygen from reacting with other compounds. Some antioxidants have been shown to have cancer-protecting...