They are considered essential to good health. Essential Oils - Potent, highly aromatic oils extracted from plants, then used topically in pure form or diluted in a carrier oil. Free Radicals - Unstable molecules, produced naturally by the body, which, if not neutralized by antioxidants, can damage or destroy DNA in cells. Glucose - Commonly called blood sugar, it is the simplest form of carbohydrates. The body digests carbohydrates in foods, transforming them into glucose, which serves as the primary fuel for the brain and muscles.
Surplus glucose is converted to glycogen in the liver or turned into body fat.
Immune System - A combination of cells and proteins that enables the body to fight foreign substances, such as viruses and harmful bacteria. The liver, spleen, thymus, bone marrow, and lymphatic system are crucial to its health functioning. All metabolic processes are fueled by energy derived from food and produce energy needed to repair and replace tissues. Organic - Foods produced without the use of fertilizers or pesticides that are not wholly of plant or animal origin. Saturated Fats - Fats in foods that are solid at room temperature.