An alphabetical listing of food- and health-related definitions.
acetylcholine
an organic molecule that acts as a neurotransmitter in many organisms, including humans
dopamine
a compound present in the body as a neurotransmitter and a precursor of other substances including epinephrine
flavonoid
Any of a large group of water-soluble plant pigments…that are beneficial to health.
neurotransmitter
any of several chemical substances…that transmit nerve impulses across asynapse to a postsynaptic element
quercetin
A flavoniod possessing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
terpenoids
naturally occurring organic chemicals found in all classes of living things that are thought to posses antibacterial, antineoplastic, and other pharmaceutical properties.