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What is it called when the United States government system that helps people put the Dietary Guidelines into practice?
MyPlate System
What is a condition that results from people not eating the right amount of nutrients
malnutrition
inorganic elements found in soil and water that they body needs in small quantities
minerals
What is a condition that results from people not taking in enough nutrients for health and growth?
undernutrition
condition of excess body fat or excessive overweight
obesity
organic substances that come from plants or animals that are necessary for normal growth and development
vitamins
type of fat found in foods from animals, such as cows and goats; used to be found in many processed foods, such as packaged cookies and chips
trans fat
major source of energy for the body; found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and milk products
carbohydrates
type of fat found in plant-based foods, such as vegetable oils, some peanut butters and margarines, olives, salad dressing, nuts, and seeds
Unsaturated fats
Type of nutrients largely made up of fatty acids, which provide a valuable source of energy
fats
type of fat found mainly in animal-based foods, such as meat and dairy products
Saturated fats
tough complex carbohydrate that the body is unable to digest
dietary fiber
location of fat deposits on a person's body
Foods that provide vitamins, minerals, and other health-promoting components and have little saturated fats, added sugars, and sodium
nutrient-dense foods
thoughts and feelings about how one's body looks
body image
A condition that results from people eating too many foods that contain high amounts of added sugar, solid fat, sodium, refined carbohydrates, or too many calories
overnutrition
nutrient the body uses to build and maintain all of its cells and tissues
protein
United States government recommendations for forming patterns of eating that will promote health, reduce risk of chronic disease, and meet nutrient needs
Dietary Guidelines
attempts to rid the body of food
puriging
chemical substances that give your body what it needs to grow and function properly
nutrients
range of irregular eating behaviors with negative health consequences
disordered eating
Stylish weight-loss plans that promise significant weight loss in short periods of time, often through cutting out food groups or buying premade meals
fad diets
mental illness that causes major disturbances in a person's daily diet
eating disorder
tool used to determine whether a person's weight is healthy for that person's height; BMI =weight(lbs)/height(in.)2 x 703
Body Mass Index (BMI)
feelings of acceptance, care, and kindness towards one's body
body compassion