allele(s) – An allele is the version of the gene that is current. Each person has two alleles for each gene, one from each parent.

Alzheimer’s Disease – Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that causes cognitive and behavioral changes. Symptoms slowly worsen over time.

antigens – molecular forms on the surface of viruses that are recognized by the immune system and can trigger antibody production.

amalgam – amalgam is a combination of metals, consisting of liquid mercury and a powdered alloy composed of silver, copper, and tin.

amino acid – amino acid is the fundamental molecule that works as the foundation for proteins.

autoantibodies -The type of antibodies that recognize antigens, always present in autoimmune diseases and sometimes are the cause itself.

ApoE gene – provides pathway for making a protein called apolipoprotein E. This protein blends with fats (lipids) in the body to produce molecules called lipoproteins. Lipoproteins are responsible for transporting cholesterol and other fats through the bloodstream.

botulism – a disease caused by toxins produced by bacteria and attacks the nervous system.

brain atrophy – the loss of connection between neurons.

cadmium – a metallic element that occurs naturally in the earth’s crust. All soils and rocks contain cadmium. Cadmium is extracted during the production of other metals. It is in batteries, pigments, metal coatings, and plastics.

Candida albicans – A fungus/type of yeast, naturally present in the vagina that can cause vaginal infections when in excess.

Celiac disease – A digestive disease caused by an immune response to gluten.

cholesterol – fat-like substance that is made by the liver or absorbed from foods.

diphtheria – a serious infection caused by bacteria and enters the body by eating food with a live germ. The bacteria creates a toxin in your body.

epithelial cells – A thin layer of tissue that covers organs, glands, and other forms in the body.

fat-soluble vitamins – vitamins A, D, E, and K, stored in the liver and fatty tissues.

genes/genetics – A gene is a part of DNA that carries the information needed to make a protein. People inherit one copy of each gene from each parent.

genotype – The genotype is a person’s genetic makeup.

gluten – a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, vitamin and nutrient supplements, lip balms, and some medicines.

HPV 16 and HPV 18 – The two most common genotypes cause most of all cervical cancers.

interleukin-15 – secreted by other cell types following viral infection, regulates T and natural killer cell activation and proliferation.

lead – a naturally occurring metal found in small amounts in the earth’s crust. Much of it comes from man-made activities.

lipoproteins – responsible for the transfer of cholesterol through the blood to the cells.

Lyme disease – bacteria transmitted to humans through bite from a blacklegged tick. The bacteria find their way into the bloodstream.

Mercury – a naturally occurring metal that has several forms. One form is metallic, a shiny, silver-white, odorless liquid. Combined with other elements it forms an inorganic mercury compound or “salt,” which are usually white powders or crystals.

microbes – A microorganism that can replicate in humans.
myelin sheath- the white matter coating our nerves, enabling them to conduct impulses between the brain and other parts of the body. Myelin sheaths wrap themselves around axons, the extensions attached to neurons.

neurodegenerative diseases – Alzheimer’s disease, Ataxia, Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Motor neuron disease, Multiple system atrophy, Progressive supranuclear palsy.

periodontal diseases – are those that affect the gums.

Pathogens – a tiny living organism that makes people sick.

receptors – A molecule on the surface of a cell that serves as a binding site for antigens, antibodies or other cellular components.

spirochetes DNA – any of a group of spiral-shaped bacteria, some cause diseases such as syphilis, Lyme disease, yaws and relapsing fever.

Tetanus – an infection apparent through side-effects such as muscle spasms and lockjaw, also called trismus.

transglutaminase – a food additive used to improve the presence of foods like processed meats.