pineal gland synthesizes melatonin. Melatonin is inhibited when light strikes
the retina. This small gland is considered by many to be the spiritual gland.
One of the seats or doorways for Spirit in the physical world.
Pituitary Gland a small, gray, rounded body attached to the base of the brain
secreting hormones that regulate the thyroid, adrenals, and other endocrine
organs. It is often referred to as the “Master Gland” of the body and secretes a
number of hormones that regulate many bodily processes including growth,
reproduction and various metabolic activities.
Plaque a fatty, fibrous, cholesterol-containing mass in the lining of the
arteries and other tissues. The buildup of plaque in the arteries is a leading
cause of cardiovascular occlusions, causing strokes and heart attacks. Plaque
deposits on the teeth can lead to gum disease. Alzheimer’s disease is
associated with the accumulation of plaque in the brain tissue causing a lack
of nutrition to cells.
Platelets round, oval disks found in the blood of vertebrates. They are
fragments of megakaryocytes, large cells found in the bone marrow. Platelets
play in important role in blood coagulation, hemostasis, and blood thrombus
formation.
Poultice an external (topical) herbal concoction applied to an injury, burn,
tumor, boil, etc.
Portal concerning entrance to an organ, especially that through which blood
is carried to liver.
Posterior towards the rear or caudal end; opposed to anterior. In humans,
toward the back; dorsal. Situated behind, coming after.
Progesterone 1. an anti-inflammatory steroid; 2. aids in the growth and
development of female reproductive organs and secondary sexual
characteristics; 3. causes growth and maturation of the endometrium of the
uterus during the menstrual cycle. Sometimes used to treat menstrual
disorders and menopause issues.
Prophylactic agents that ward off disease.
Prostaglandin any number of hormone-like chemicals that are made in the
body from essential fatty acids and that have important effects on many
organs. They influence the secretion of hormones and enzymes, and are
important in regulating the inflammatory response, blood pressure, and blood
clotting time.
Protectives herbs that serve as protective coverings to abraded, inflamed or