Bach-therapy (Flower therapy)
It uses the vibration of flowers. The vibration of our cells create the aura around the body. If the cells vibrate in harmony we are healthy, if not we fall sick. By using flower essences or mix of flower essences the doctor can cure mental and physical exhaustion.
Balneotherapy
Spa and drinking courses, mud packs.
Bioresonance therapy
Each cell and organ in the body emits a specific frequency. The frequency is altered from harmonic patterns to disharmonic patterns in case of illnesses. Electrodes, if placed externally on the body, can pick up these frequencies, modify them to therapeutically effective frequency patterns and return them to the body to stimulate healing.
Biosauna
Temperature of 40-60 degrees creates pleasant warmth without overstraining the body. The humidity is usually between 40-60%. Volatile oils and colours can have a refreshing or relaxing effect.
Biotine
Also called H vitamin or B7 vitamin. Biotine has an essential function in the metabolism of carbohydrates and fat. It can be found in tomato, yolk, barm, liver, cauliflower and walnut.
Body wrapping
The method means a compressing wrapping technique. The body is wrapped into cloths soaked in detoxifying substances. Relaxing, detoxifying, slimming, tighting treatment.
B–Lymphocytes
Immune system cells that produce antibodies
Bad
The German term for bath. Many German spa towns use “Bad” in their name to refer to the town’s emphasis on their mineral springs.
Baden
The German term for bathing
Baden-Baden
A famous spa town located in Germany
Baden bei Wien
A spa town located near Vienna, Austria
Balneotherapy
A therapeutic procedure using purified, mineral, or salt water to improve circulation and the immune system, and relieve various ailments, such as stress and arthritis.
Basel Cell Carcinoma
Cancer of the basel cell.
Basti
An Ayurvedic herbal cleansing treatment designed to pull toxins from the colon.
Benign
Mild;non-cancerous.
Bentonite
Clay used as an absorbent in cosmetics.
Benzophenones
Sunscreen used in cosmetics to combat UV rays.
Beta–Carotene
A precursor that helps form retinol (vitamin A)
Biocatalyst
A substance, usually involving enzymes, vitamins or hormones, that modifies a physiological process.
Bioenergetics
A system of therapy that combines breathing and body exercises, psychological therapy, and the free expression of impulses and emotions and that is held to increase well –being by releasing blocked physical and psychic energyBioenergetics – a system of therapy that combines breathing and body exercises, psychological therapy, and the free expression of impulses and emotions and that is held to increase well –being by releasing blocked physical and psychic energy
Biofeedback
A process used to better understand human behavior in order to develop modification programs to promote well being. The process involves tracking physiological activities and habit patterns using electronic instruments, and recording the data in order to help people better understand their body and change any unwanted patterns.
Bioflavonoid
Large range of substances containing many fruits and vegetables know to have strong antioxidants to fight cancer, and regulate gene activity.
Blackhead
An open comedone; plug of sebaceous matter.
Body Brushing
Dry brushing the skin to remove dead skin cells and stimulate circulation. Also called dry brushing.
Body Composition Analysis
An evaluation process used to establish the percentage ratio of body fat to lean muscle; assists in determining individual nutrition and exercise programs.
Body Polishing
Use of various scrubs to exfoliate skin and remove dead skin cells and cleanse the body.
Boil
Subcutaneous abscess.
Borage Seed Extract
Contains anti–irritant and anti–inflammatory properties.
Boreh
Balinese cleansing and exfoliating body treatment using herbs, seeds, grains, special oils and grated carrots to stimulate and increases circulation. Not recommended for pregnant women.
Brush and Tone
Body brushing treatment followed by an application of hydrating oils or moisturizers to soften skin.
Buffer
Solution that reacts with acids and bases to limit changes in pH.
Bulla
Blister.