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Adaptive immune system
The adaptive immune system is a subdivision of the immune system developed after birth in response to exposure to different microbes or diseases. Unlike…
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Adaptive Stress Response
The adaptive stress response is a physiological and psychological reaction to stress that benefits the individual’s well-being. It helps the person cope effectively with…
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Adaptogens are natural substances, often herbs, that help the body adapt to stress and maintain balance. They regulate stress response systems, protecting against chronic…
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The definition of addiction is ambiguous, but it simply refers to a state in which an individual exhibits compulsive, out-of-control behavior and an inability…
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Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine, is a hormone and neurotransmitter the adrenal glands produce in response to stress or excitement. It plays a key…
Read termAdvanced glycation end-products (AGEs)
Advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) are harmful compounds formed when proteins or fats react with sugars in the bloodstream through a process called glycation. This…
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