metabolism
A set of chemical reactions through which an organism builds up or breaks down materials as it carries out its life processes
calorie
Amount of energy needed to raise temperature 1 gram of water 1 degree C
body mass index (BMI)
a measure of body fat based on height and weight
body mass ratio
body mass index (BMI)
overweight
a condition in which a person is heavier than the standard weight range for his or her height
body composition
Proportions of bone, muscle, fat, and tissue that make up body weight.
obese
25-40 or more lbs too much=32% of Americans, BMI>30
underweight
weight too low for health. underweight is often defined as weight 10 percent or more below the appropriate weight for height
body image
Descriptive and evaluative beliefs about one's appearance.
fad diets
weight-loss plans that are popular for only a short time
weight cycling
The repeated pattern of loss and regain of body weight
miracle foods
the idea that you can burn fat by eating lots of a single food
magic combinations
The plans promise that certain foods will weight loss when they're eaten together
liquid diets
include both clear liquids and full liquids. both are nutritionally inadequate and should be used only for short periods of time.
diet pills
medications that reduce the appetite or otherwise promote weight loss, pills available over the counter usually contain caffeine and other drugs that cause more nervousness than weight loss, prescription pils include amphetamines
fasting
Nothing to eat or drink for at least 12 hours.
eating disorders
Severe disturbances in eating behavior characterized by preoccupation with weight concerns and unhealthy efforts to control weight.
anorexia
An eating disorder characterized by an obstinate and willful refusal to eat, a distorted body image, and an intense fear of being fat
bulimia
An eating disorder characterized by episodes of overeating, usually of high-calorie foods, followed by vomiting, laxative use, fasting, or excessive exercise.
binge eating disorder
a disorder characterized by compulsive overeating
pica
eating non-food type items
vegetarian
A person who does not eat meat
vegan
Diet that excludes ALL animal sources
dietary supplements
Vitamins and minerals taken by mouth that are intended to supplement existing diets.
diabetes
A condition in which the body is unable to produce enough insulin, the hormone required for the metabolism of sugar
food allergies
An immune system response to a food that the body perceives as harmful
lactose intolerance
Deficiency of the enzyme lactase, which is responsible for the breakdown of milk sugar (Lactose)
celiac disease
intolerance to gluten (protein component of wheat, barley, and oats
high blood pressure
-blood pressure is the force of the blood against the walls of the arteries and vein
high cholesterol
>200
hydration
Maintenance of body fluid balance
performance enhancers
substances that boost athletic ability
anabolic steroids
A synthetic variant of the male hormone testosterone that mimics some of its effects.
androstenedione
One of the most popular prohormones. It converts into testosterone in the liver and is often combined with tribulus terestris to increase testosterone production and increase the synthesis of protein. Increase physical power and decrease body fat. Used to
creatine
An energy storage molecule used by muscle tissue. The phosphate from creatine phosphate can be removed and attached to an ADP to generate ATP quickly.
energy drinks
These became a slightly lower caffeine content drink with about 80mg of caffeine each. i.e. red bull, rockstar, monster
herbal supplements
dietary supplements containing plant extracts
megadoses
very large amounts