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| nutrients-pg.656 | a substance that must be consumed or taken in by an organism to promote normal growth, maintenance, and repair. |
| carbohydrate-pg.657 | a biochemical composed of one or more simple sugars bonded together; used to provide and store energy. |
| protein-pg.657 | a biochemical composed of amino acids; its functions include regulating chemical reactions, transporting and storing materials, providing support, repairing damaged tissue, and help fight infections. |
| fat-pg.657 | an enery-storage nutrient that helps the body store some vitamins, produce hormones,keep skin healthy,protect vital organs, and provide insulation. |
| mineral-pg.658 | an element that is essential for good health |
| vitamin-pg.659 | an organic compound that controls many body functions, including cell growth and hormone production |
| malnutrition-pg.662 | a disorder resulting from consuming too few calories or too few nutrients. |
| saturated fats-pg.658 | found in meats,dairy products,coconut oil and palm oil. These RAISE BLOOD CHOLESTEROL LEVELS. |
| cholesterol-pg.658 | a fat-like substance found naturally in the body. Although it is important to the body, HIGH LEVELS IN THE BLOOD INCREASE THE RISK OF HEART DISEASE. |
| unsaturated fats-pg.658 | found in vegetable oils and fish oils. MAY HELP REDUCE BLOOD CHOLESTEROL LEVELS. These are NOT made by the body. |
| calorie-pg.660 | a measure of the amount energy in nutrients |
| anorexia nervosa-pg.662 | an eating disorder characterized by self-starvation and an intense fear of gaining weight. Can cause weak bones, low blood pressure, and heart problems. |
| bulimia-pg.662 | an eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by induced vomiting. Can damage teeth and the digestive system and can also lead to kidney or heart failure. |
| obesity-pg.662 | a condition characterized by an extremely high % of body fat. Increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes. |
| aerobic exercise-pg.670 | vigorous, sustained exercise of the whole body for 20mins. or more. Increases heart rate so more oxygen is taken in and distributed throughout the body. |
| stress-pg.671 | the physical and mental response to pressure. GOOD STRESS motivates but BAD STRESS can be harmful to your health. |
