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Buckwheat—A member of the Polygonaceae family, buckwheat is enzymes, hormone precursors, and synergistic cofactors
related to sorrel, knotweed, and rhubarb. produced by the cell. These materials serve as the building
Calamari (squid)—A short-lived marine animal that is consumed blocks for cellular metabolic end products that are utilized by
as food across the globe. the cell itself or transported outside the cell.
Calcium acid phosphate—Used as a mineral supplement in Defatted wheat germ—Wheat germ is noted for its dense
food and feeds. nutritional content of the vitamin B complex and many
important trace minerals essential for the full physiological
Calcium glycerophosphate—A white crystalline powder that is activity of the associated vitamin complexes.
soluble in cold water.
Dextrin—Any one of or a mixture of products formed during the
Calcium lactate—A source of calcium. (Not derived from a dairy hydrolysis of starch.
product or source.)
Dicalcium phosphate—A calcium compound used in
Calcium stearate—A plant-based stearic acid used for calcium therapy.
lubrication in the manufacture of products.
Dried yeast fermentate (EpiCor )—A dried product derived
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Camu camu—A low-growing shrub that produces round, light from fermented Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker’s or brewer’s
orange-colored berries. yeast), which produces beneficial metabolites containing
Carbamide powder—A food-grade urea. vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants.
Celery—A member of the Apiaceae or Umbelliferae family it Echinacea root (coneflower)—A perennial member of the
comes in a variety of colors, from white to gold, rich red, and daisy family.
deep green. Essential fatty acid (EFA)—Also known historically as the
Cellulose—A substance that makes up the cell walls of plants. vitamin F complex, it is a nutritional compound that the body
Chia seeds—Come from the Salvia hispanica plant, a member of does not make on its own but needs in order to maintain good
the mint family. They are a source of omega-3 fatty health. EFAs can only be obtained through the foods we eat—
acids, fiber, and protein and supply iron, calcium, magnesium, such as fish or flaxseed. Two types of EFAs are omega-3s and
and zinc. omega-6s.
Chlorophyll extract—A fat-soluble extract from plant Fenugreek—Dried seed from the Fabaceae, or Leguminosae,
material that acts to support tissue health, maintenance, family. Plant used in Asian cultures to support health.
and regeneration. Chlorophyll is regarded as a natural Ferrous lactate—Iron lactate.
gastrointestinal (GI) tract deodorant and cleanser. Fig—An oblong or pear-shaped fruit.
Choline bitartrate—A vitamin of the B complex essential to liver Flaxseed oil—Derived from the seeds of the flax plant.
function.
Folic acid—A member of the B-vitamin family.
Chromium yeast—An excellent source of chromium.
Galactooligosaccharide (GOS)—A nondigestible carbohydrate
Cocarboxylase—A crystalline diphosphoric acid ester of thiamin used by select probiotic bacteria as food.
(vitamin B ). Thiamin is essential for the normal metabolism
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of carbohydrates and fats. Ginkgo biloba—Made from leaves and seeds of the ginkgo
tree, Ginkgo biloba has a long history of use in traditional
Coenzyme Q (ubiquinone)—A fat-soluble component that is Chinese medicine.
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involved in energy production in the body, CoQ also supplies
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antioxidant activity to bind free radicals. CoQ is found in all Glucoamylase—An enzyme that specifically breaks off glucose
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tissue but is especially high in tissues with high metabolic molecules from starch.
requirements (e.g., heart, kidney, liver). Gluten—A group of proteins found in wheat and other grains that
Collinsonia root—A member of the mint family, also known as a can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
stoneroot or richweed. Glycerin—A colorless, syrupy liquid from the hydrolysis of oils and
Colostrum—The first milk produced by the mammary glands fats.
after birth. Bovine colostrum, derived from cows, is rich in Inositol—A component of the B-vitamin complex. Inositol acts
peptides, growth factors, and other bioactive substances. as an important catalyst in energy reactions that involve the
Copper chelate—Provides an excellent source of copper. Copper metabolizing of some fats and carbohydrates.
is an essential trace mineral that is important for a wide Inulin—A complex carbohydrate and soluble fiber. It is beneficial
range of biochemical processes. to the gut microflora and supports calcium and magnesium
Cordyceps sinensis—A mushroom with extensive bioactive absorption. Inulin is found naturally in many common plants,
compounds used in traditional Chinese medicine. especially chicory.
Corn—Corn is known scientifically as Zea mays. Corn is used Invertase—An enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates,
for cornmeal, which is made by grinding corn kernels into a specifically table sugar (sucrose), as well as the sugars found
coarse powder. in legumes.
Cyanocobalamin—Also known as vitamin B , a cobalt- Iron chelate—Provides an excellent source of iron. Iron is
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containing compound. an important nutrient essential for a wide range of vital
biological processes, including the synthesis of hemoglobin,
Cytosol extract—"Cytosol " is the trademark used by Standard and is also involved in the entire process of respiration,
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Process Inc. as a brand name for extracts derived from including oxygen and electron transport.
the cytoplasm of the cell. They contain “materials” such as

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