In botany, a plant that gets food from a host but also contains chlorophyll and is capable of photosynthesis. … [Read more...]
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Se-methyl-seleno-L-cysteine
A substance that contains the element selenium (a nutrient that protects cells against damage) and is found in certain plants such as garlic and broccoli. … [Read more...]
saturated fat
A type of fat with certain chemical properties that is usually solid at room temperature. Most saturated fats come from animal food products, but some plant … [Read more...]
saponin
A substance found in soybeans and many other plants. Saponins may help lower cholesterol and may have anticancer effects. … [Read more...]
TPN
A form of nutrition that is delivered into a vein. TPN does not use the digestive system. It may be given to people who are unable to absorb nutrients through … [Read more...]
toxin
A poison made by certain bacteria, plants, or animals, including insects. … [Read more...]
total-body irradiation
Radiation therapy to the entire body. It is usually followed by bone marrow or peripheral stem cell transplantation. … [Read more...]
total parenteral nutrition
A form of nutrition that is delivered into a vein. Total parenteral nutrition does not use the digestive system. It may be given to people who are unable to … [Read more...]
tobacco
A plant with leaves that have high levels of the addictive chemical nicotine. The leaves may be smoked (in cigarettes, cigars, and pipes), applied to the gums … [Read more...]
terpene
A type of strong-smelling chemical substance found in some plants, especially trees that have cones. Terpenes are found in essential oils (scented liquid taken … [Read more...]