Health- Nutrition for life

____________________is caused by a buildup of gas produced by bacteria in the large intestine when you eat certain indigestible foods. __________________ refers to frequent watery stools. Prolonged diarrhea can cause severe and dangerous dehydration. _________________ is difficulty in having bowel movements. Constipation can be prevented by exercise, drinking lots of water, and eating a high-fiber diet.

flatulence, diarrhea, constipation

________________ is an abnormal response to a food that is triggered by the body's immune system. True food allergies are relatively rare. The best way to prevent an allergic reaction is to avoid foods to which you are allergic. If you think you may have a food allergy, consult a doctor for diagnosis. People with serious food allergies may need to carry epinephrine injections to prevent fatal reactions.

food allergy

____________________ is an illness caused by eating or drinking a food that contains a toxin or disease-causing organism Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. often mistaken for stomach flu. Most can be treated with rest and lots of fluids. If symptoms are severe, your should see a doctor. Most food born illnesses can be prevented by proper selection, storage, handling, and cooking of food. Replace and wash dishcloths frequently Keep your refrigerator at ________ F Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with warm, soapy water between each step Cook food to recommended temperatures

food borne illness, 41

Many weight loss practices fail to adhere to healthy, long-term weight management Fad diet, pills, surgery The only safe and reliable way to manage your weight is to balance ____________ with _____________.

food intake, exercise

__________________are conditions that involve bad reactions to food other than specific reactions of the immune system. __________ intolerance is a reduced ability to digest the sugar lactose, found in dairy products.

food intolerances, lactose

is stomach acid that leaks back into the esophagus. It feels like a burning in your chest. caused by overeating high-fat foods, and by stress and anxiety. Avoiding high-fat foods will help prevent heartburn. ________________ are open sores in the lining of the stomach or intestines. They can cause pain after eating. are caused by bacterial infections. Stress and an unhealthy diet can make ulcers worse. can be treated with antibiotics.

heartburn, ulcers

_________________ is the passing down of traits from parent to child through DNA. Whether you gain or lose weight easily is largely due to heredity. However, your choices about what you eat, how much you eat, and how much you exercise also affect your energy balance and body weight.

heredity

Most food born illnesses are caused by foods prepared at ____________

home

____________ is the body's physical response to the need for food. ________________is a desire, rather than a need, to eat certain types of food.

hunger, appetite

Your _______________ (BMR) is the amount of energy your body uses for basic functions. BMR varies from person to person, depending on age, weight, sex, and how active the person is.

basal metabolic rate

____________ is a condition in which there is an excess of body fat for one's weight. More Americans are ________ now than ever before. Americans today exercise less and eat more foods high in sugar and fat than in the past. Exercise and a healthy diet can help most people stay in a healthy weight range.

obesity, obese

Being ___________ increases the risk of many long-term health problems, including: Heart disease and high blood pressure Prostate, colon, and breast cancer Type 2 diabetes Sleeping problems such as sleep apnea

overweight

______________________ is a program of sensible eating and exercise habits that will help keep weight at a healthy level. The keys to healthy weight management are to eat better, eat less, and exercise more. The goal is to lose fat, not muscle. If you are ___________ consult a doctor to make sure your low weight is not due to an illness. You can gain ____________ by gradually increasing food intake and by exercising to increase muscle mass.

weight management, underweight, overweight

___________________ is a measure of the amount of body weight due to fat compared to the amount of body weight due to bone and muscle. Someone can be overweight without being obese, depending on their body composition. _____________________ is an index of weight in relation to height that is used to assess healthy body weight.

body composition, body mass index

________________ are conditions that involve an unhealthy degree of concern about body weight and shape and that may lead to efforts to control weight by unhealthy means. _______________ is how you see and feel about your appearance and your body. Other factors that could attribute to ED's include genetics, culture, personality, emotions, and family.

eating disorder, body image

You are in ___________ when the food energy you consume equals the energy you use. Extra food energy increases the body's fat and causes weight gain; some fat is essential Overweight people are too heavy for their height. The extra weight is usually due to excess body fat.

energy balance

The amount of __________ in food depends on the amount of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the food Extra food energy that you do not use immediately is stored as glycogen or fat. ___________ provides you with important energy for activating your body and brain at the start of the day.

energy, breakfast

The smell and taste of food Mood Family, ethnic, and religious traditions Social occasions Health concerns Advertising Cost and availability These are all factors that influence the __________ of food and what you ________

amount, eat