The haulm of certain Ephedra species (Ephedra nevadensis, Ephedra viridis) has traditionally. been used by North American Indians to prepare daily infusions and medicinal teas (USDA-NRCS, 2006a; USDA-NRCS, 2006b). Food supplements containing ephedra alkaloids are used mostly for weight loss and to enhance.
Definition of emphasize for English Language Learners. : to give special attention to (something) : to place emphasis on (something)
Definition of de-emphasize from the Collins English Dictionary Noun phrases with several determiners Most noun phrases contain only one determiner or none at all, but if there are more, they follow a definite order.