Glossary

B

Baicalin A colorless, crystalline ketone that supports healthy metabolic function and helps maintain youthful cellular activity.
Beta-Caryophyllene A sesquiterpene alkene and irregular phytocannabinoid found in various essential oils—significantly in copaiba. This constituent promotes normal digestive health, supports and protects the nervous system, helps maintain the body’s inflammatory response, and relieves occasional soreness. To learn more about beta-caryophyllene, click here!
Beta-Pinene A monoterpene alkene commonly found in wood and citrus oils. It’s an isomer to alpha-pinene and has a musty, woody, and piney aroma.
Bifidobacterium Bifidum (Bb-06) A bacterial species of the genus Bifidobacterium, commonly found in the intestinal tract and used with other probiotics (like L. casei and L. acidophilus) to support a healthy gut microbiome and healthy metabolic activity.
Bifidobacterium Lactis (Bl-04) A bacterial species of the genus Bifidobacterium, commonly found in the human intestinal tract and used to help alleviate environmental stresses, soothe minor GI discomfort, and support a healthy immune system.
Bifidobacterium Longum (Bl-05) A bacterial species of the genus Bifidobacterium, commonly found in the human intestinal tract and used because of its potency, stability, and viability, as well as its demonstrated ability to adhere to the GI tract. Together with L. acidophilus and other probiotics, B. longum supports healthy immune function.
Bioavailability How much of a specific ingested compound your body can recognize, absorb, and utilize in its active form. To learn more about bioavailability, click here!
Biochemical Chemical processes and substances derived from a biological source.
Biodegradable Able to be decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms.
Bioflavonoid Any of a group of compounds occurring mainly in citrus fruits and black currants. They’re formerly regarded as vitamins.
Bisabolol Oxide A A sesquiterpene alcohol oxide. It’s considered one of the bioactive molecules in German chamomile essential oil.
Boswellic Acid A series of triterpene molecules produced by plants of the genus Boswellia (like frankincense). They naturally occur in the resin of the plant and are frequently used to support a healthy inflammatory response in humans.
Botanical An adjective used to describe something that has to do with plants.
Bromelain Protease Enzyme An enzyme found in pineapples—particularly the core—and used to support a healthy inflammatory response, aid immune responses to airborne particles, and support healthy digestion.