These are considered the positively charged electrons (positive ions which
have less electrons). They facilitate and carry electrical charges better than
negative ions, which have more electrons dominating protons. They are
called cations and create an alkaline medium.
Elimination 1. excretion of waste products by the skin, kidneys, and
intestines. 2. also refers to the elimination of carbon dioxide from the lungs.
Elements in chemistry, a substance that cannot be separated into substances
different from itself by ordinary chemical processes. Elements exist in free
and combined states. More than 100 have been identified. Elements found in
the human body include oxygen, aluminum, carbon, cobalt, hydrogen,
nitrogen, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sulfur, sodium, chlorine,
magnesium, iron, fluorine, iodine, copper, manganese, and zinc.
Emetic induces vomiting (Black Mustard, Blood Root, Mistletoe).
Emmenagogue helps promote and regulate menstruation (Saw Palmetto,
False Unicorn, Nettle).
Emollient soothes, softens and protects the skin, or soothes the irritated
mucosa. Emulsion a combination of two liquids that do not mix with each
other, such as oil and water; one substance is broken into tiny droplets and is
suspended within the other. Emulsification is the first step in the digestion of
fats.
Enervate to deprive of strength, vigor, etc.; to weaken physically and
mentally.
Endocrine System the system of glands that secrete hormones, steroids, and
neurotransmitters directly into the bloodstream. They include the pituitary,
thyroid, thymus and adrenal glands, as well as the pancreas, ovaries and
testes.
Endorphin natural opiates produced in the brain that function as the body’s
own natural painkillers; they also have a calming effect upon the muscles and
tissues of the body.
Enteritis inflammation of the small intestine.
Enterorrhagia hemorrhage from the intestine.
Enuresis involuntary urination.
Enzyme an organic catalyst produced by living cells but capable of acting
independently. Enzymes are complex proteins that are capable of inducing
chemical changes in other substances without being changed themselves.