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Biology
7th Grade
09/15/2017

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Calories
Definition
A unit of heat that measures the energy available in foods.
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Nutrients
Definition
A process of taking food and using it for energy.
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Body Image
Definition
The way you see in your body.
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Body Mass Index
Definition
A method for assessing your body size by taking your height and weight into account.
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Proteins
Definition
The nutrient group used to build and repair cells.
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Dehydration
Definition
The process which the body breaks down food into smaller pieces.
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Water-Soluble-Vitamins
Definition
Vitamins that dissolves in water.
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Fats
Definition
Nutrients that promote normal growth, give you energy, and keep your skin healthy.
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Carbohydrates
Definition
The starches and sugars found in foods.
Term
Anorexia Nercosa
Definition
An eating disorder in which a person strongly fears gaining weight and starves herself or himself.
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Binge Eating
Definition
A disorder in which a person repeatedly eats too much food at on time.
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Bulimia
Definition
A eating disorder in which a person repeatedly eats large amounts of food and then purges.
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What happens when you consume more calories than you burn?
Definition
You gain fat, respectively. ... If, on the other hand, you burn 3,500 more calories than you eat, whether by exercising more or eating less, your body converts 1 pound of its stored fat into energy to make up for the deficit.
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What happens when you burn more calories than you consume?
Definition
You lose fat, respectively. ... If, on the other hand, you burn 3,500 more calories than you eat, whether by exercising more or eating less, your body converts 1 pound of its stored fat into energy to make up for the deficit.
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Describe what a healthy diet is.
Definition
Healthy eating means eating a variety of foods that give you the nutrients you need to maintain your health, feel good, and have energy. These nutrients include protein, carbohydrates, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals. Nutrition is important for everyone.
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What are the benefits of drinking water?
Definition
Increases Energy & Relieves Fatigue. ...
Promotes Weight Loss. ...
Flushes Out Toxins. ...
Improves Skin Complexion. ...
Maintains Regularity. ...
Boosts Immune System. ...
Natural Headache Remedy. ...
Prevents Cramps & Sprains.
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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?
Definition
Saturated fats are solid at room temperature, while unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature. This is because saturated and unsaturated fats differ in their chemical structures. Saturated fats have no double bond between molecules, which means there are no gaps and the fat is saturated with hydrogen molecules.
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How can you control portion size when eating out?
Definition
Measure accurately. ...
Learn how to estimate serving sizes. ...
Use portion control dishware. ...
Dish out your servings separately. ...
Make your own single-serving packs. ...
Add the milk before the coffee. ...
Measure oil carefully. ...
Control portions when eating out.
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How can you control portion size when eating out?
Definition
Measure accurately. ...
Learn how to estimate serving sizes. ...
Use portion control dishware. ...
Dish out your servings separately. ...
Make your own single-serving packs. ...
Add the milk before the coffee. ...
Measure oil carefully. ...
Control portions when eating out.
Term
How can you control portion size when eating in?
Definition
Measure accurately. ...
Learn how to estimate serving sizes. ...
Use portion control dishware. ...
Dish out your servings separately. ...
Make your own single-serving packs. ...
Add the milk before the coffee. ...
Measure oil carefully. ...
Control portions when eating out.
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