{"id":23927,"date":"2024-06-29T10:25:28","date_gmt":"2024-06-29T08:25:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/?p=23927"},"modified":"2024-09-22T21:46:08","modified_gmt":"2024-09-22T19:46:08","slug":"lexique-des-complements-alimentaires","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/lexique-des-complements-alimentaires\/","title":{"rendered":"Glossary of Food Supplements"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-les-etiquettes-des-complements-alimentaires-peuvent-parfois-sembler-complexes-ne-vous-laissez-pas-intimider-par-cette-abondance-d-informations-pour-vous-aider-a-naviguer-ce-dedale-de-termes-nous-avons-prepare-un-lexique-simple-et-concis\">Labels on food supplements can sometimes seem complex. Don't be intimidated by this abundance of information! To help you navigate this maze of terms, we've prepared a simple, concise glossary.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Absorption<\/strong><br>The process by which nutrients pass from the digestive tract into the bloodstream for distribution to the body's organs. Absorption varies according to the nutrient and various factors such as individual health and the form of the nutrient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Amino acids<\/strong><br>These molecules are the basic building blocks of proteins. They are divided into two types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Essentials<\/strong> These cannot be synthesised by the body and must be obtained through the diet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non essential<\/strong> The following products can be produced by the body.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adaptogen<\/strong><br>A plant that helps the body resist stress and fatigue, such as ginseng or ashwagandha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additives<\/strong><br>Substances added to food products to improve taste, texture or appearance. They include colourings, sweeteners, fillers and preservatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Charging agent<\/strong><br>Food additive used to facilitate capsule filling or tablet compression, such as maltodextrin. At <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/\"   title=\"Naturopharma\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"33\">Naturopharma<\/a>We prefer neutral alternatives such as acacia gum or rice starch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Allergens<\/strong><br>Substances that can cause allergic reactions, such as dust, animal hair, certain foods (fish, peanuts, eggs) and pollen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Antioxidants<\/strong><br>Compounds that protect cells against damage caused by unstable molecules, often called free radicals. Examples: <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/boutique\/vitamine-c-liposomale\/\"   title=\"vitamin C\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"32\">vitamin C<\/a>vitamin E, beta-carotene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reference inputs (RA)<\/strong><br>Daily recommendations for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/collagene-marin-beaute-naturopharma\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"96\">vitamins and minerals<\/a>indicated on food labels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bioavailability<\/strong><br>A measure of the proportion and speed at which a nutrient is absorbed and used by the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Biotin<\/strong><br>Also known as vitamin B7 or H, essential for the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and proteins, and beneficial for hair, skin and nails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Capsule<\/strong><br>A soft envelope containing liquid active ingredients, often made from animal gelatine (marine, bovine or porcine).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/vitamine-c-sante-de-la-peau-antioxydants\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"31\">Food supplements<\/a><\/strong><br>Products <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/natural-c\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"97\">formulated with nutrients such as vitamins<\/a>These products are designed to supplement the diet and compensate for certain deficiencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tablet<\/strong><br>Solid galenic form obtained by compressing powder, intended for oral consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dalton<\/strong><br>Unit of measurement of atomic mass, used to indicate the size of protein molecules such as <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/boutique\/collagene-marin-beaute\/\"   title=\"collagen\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"34\">collagen<\/a>. Smaller molecules (fewer daltons) are more easily absorbed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Excipients<\/strong><br>Neutral substances added to facilitate the absorption, preservation or administration of an active ingredient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plant extracts<\/strong><br>A substance obtained by isolating the active part of the plant and subjecting it to processes such as maceration, filtration and drying. An extract is said to be \"titrated\" when it has a precise concentration of active principle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacture<\/strong><br>The process of assembling active ingredients and excipients to create a medicine or dietary supplement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Galenics<\/strong><br>Physical form given to a medicine or dietary supplement: tablet, capsule, powder, liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Capsule<\/strong><br>A hard capsule containing active ingredients in powder form, intended for oral consumption. Capsules can be vegetable (HPMC, pullulan) or animal (marine or bovine gelatin).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hydrolysed<\/strong><br>A protein or collagen that has been broken down into smaller fragments to facilitate absorption. Hydrolysis makes the nutrients more bioavailable, allowing greater efficacy with a lower dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inulin<\/strong><br>Prebiotic soluble fibre that promotes the growth of good bacteria in the intestine, improving digestion and intestinal health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Liposomes<\/strong><br>Microscopic fat bubbles that encapsulate nutrients, increasing their absorption and bioavailability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Made in France<\/strong><br>A statement indicating that the product was manufactured in France, even if the ingredients are not necessarily of French origin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Raw materials<\/strong><br>Basic ingredients used to manufacture or produce finished products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Minerals<\/strong><br>Inorganic substances essential to life, present in small quantities in our bodies, such as magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron and sodium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutraceuticals<\/strong><br>A product derived from food, offered in tablet, powder or capsule form, with beneficial or protective effects against certain chronic diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GMOS<\/strong><br>Genetically modified organism, modified to obtain new characteristics such as resistance to insects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Omega-3<\/strong><br>Essential fatty acids for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/le-collagene-marin-et-la-sante-cardiovasculaire\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"98\">cardiovascular health<\/a>, brain function and reduced inflammation, found in oily fish and certain vegetable oils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peptan<\/strong><br>Registered trademark of hydrolysed collagen peptides, recognised for their proven benefits for skin, joints and bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phytoestrogens<\/strong><br>Natural plant compounds which mimic the activity of oestrogen in the body, often used to manage menopausal symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Active substance<\/strong><br>A substance with therapeutic properties, as opposed to an excipient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Probiotics<\/strong><br>Live microorganisms that confer health benefits when administered in adequate quantities, in particular by improving intestinal flora.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Free radicals<\/strong><br>Unstable molecules that can damage the body's cells. Antioxidants help neutralise these molecules to protect cellular health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spirulina<\/strong><br>Blue-green algae rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, often used for its many nutritional benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Superfoods<\/strong><br>Foods that are particularly rich in nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other beneficial compounds. Common examples: goji berries, chia seeds, spirulina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Titration<\/strong><br>Chemical operation to determine the concentration of a substance, corresponding to the concentration of active ingredients in a product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UI<\/strong><br>International Unit, a measurement used to indicate the dosage of an ingredient, such as vitamin D or E.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vegan<\/strong><br>A philosophy that excludes all animal products, including food, certain items of clothing, cosmetics and leisure activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vitamins<\/strong><br>Organic molecules essential to life, supplied mainly by food. They are divided into water-soluble vitamins (groups B and C) and fat-soluble vitamins (A, E, D and K).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Zinc<\/strong><br>Crucial mineral for many bodily functions, including the immune system, protein synthesis, wound healing and cell division.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Les \u00e9tiquettes des compl\u00e9ments alimentaires peuvent parfois sembler complexes. Ne vous laissez pas intimider par cette abondance d&rsquo;informations ! Pour vous aider \u00e0 naviguer ce d\u00e9dale de termes, nous avons pr\u00e9par\u00e9 un lexique simple et concis. AbsorptionLe processus par lequel les nutriments passent du tube digestif dans le sang pour \u00eatre distribu\u00e9s aux organes du [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":23929,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"iawp_total_views":13,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,92,93,94],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23927","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-naturopharma","category-beaute","category-complements-alimentaires","category-sante-bien-etre"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lexique-complements-amimentaires.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23927","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23927"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23927\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23929"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23927"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23927"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.naturopharma.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23927"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}