Bioanalyzer - used to determine the quality of RNA before running the micro arrays

Body/Mind Approach - the interaction between thoughts and the physiology that is connected to the limbic system (emotional center) of the brain, hypothalamic influence on the autonomic nervous system, and the endocrine system.

Chronic Stress - characterized by its ongoing nature and if unmanaged can lead to emotional changes and physical weaknesses. The symptoms of this stress are the same as with acute stress, but the outcomes of the ongoing nature of this stress are more severe.

Commitment - the ability and willingness to be involved in what is happening around us so as to have a purpose for wellbeing.

Distress - is what potentially causes harm. Stress is the event; distress is our
perception of the event. Distress occurs when an event is perceived as threatening to us physically, or in conflict with our beliefs. When dealing with stress at or near our capacity for long periods of time, we can lose our perspective and our ability to deal with it effectively.

Entrainment - the coordination of movements or their synchronization to a rhythm. For example, our ability to relax to music.

Epithelial Cells - cells lining the inner portion of any structure of the body Gel

Electrophoresis - a procedure for separating a mixture of molecules through a stationary material (gel) in any electrical field

Genetic Counseling - a communication process with a trained genetic counselor about your genetic risk for a certain cancer. Your family history and personal medical history is discussed. Counseling may lead to genetic testing.

Integration - the process of remembering an event while being able to remain in the present moment, with an awareness of the difference between then and now, to bring some sort of resolution to the event.

Lemon balm - is a general restorative for the nervous system, can reduce blood pressure and also calm the digestive system.

Micro arrays - a tool used to measure gene expression

Neuroendocrine – pertaining to the anatomic and functional relationships between the nervous system and endocrine apparatus.

Otitis Media - inflammation of the middle ear caused by either viral or bacterial
infection. Viral infection is more common than bacterial infection and therefore does not require antibiotics. This condition is typically seen in young children and is self-limiting and will resolve on their own.

Passion flower - an ingredient that is often used in natural medicine, alleviates
hyperactivity, anxiety, insomnia, nervous tension — and is even sometimes used to treat Parkinson’s Disease. Passion flower soothes and calms and can lower high blood pressure. Physiological – pertaining to the normal vital processes of organisms.

Ribosome - place where protein synthesis occurs

RNA - stand for ribose nucleic acid which acts as a messenger carrying instructions from the DNA to the ribosome

Valerian - is a popular natural ingredient that can be used as a sedative and a
painkiller. It is often effectively employed as a treatment for anxiety and for insomnia, as well.