Nutrition
A healthy approach to a balanced diet shown in the shape of a pyramid.
What are the food groups?
The ultimate result of skipping meals to lose weight.
What is a slower metabolism?
The amount of time one should exercise per day to maintain optimal health and weight.
What is 30 minutes?
Supplements with an age restriction due to safety concerns and lack of pre-market testing that are advertised to promote weight loss.
What are diet/weight loss pills? (ie. Hydroxycut, Lipozene)
An illegal substance for individuals under the age of 21 that may curb appetite.
What are cigarettes? (What is smoking?)
A zero-calorie beverage that is most optimal for hydration, boosts metabolism, and regulates body temperature by promoting sweating.
What is water?
Extreme diets that promise rapid results but lack long-term sustainability.
What are fad diets?
One type that contributes to maintaining a healthy weight by increasing calorie expenditure, boosting metabolism by increasing muscle mass, regulating appetite and reducing stress
What is cardio? or What is aerobic exercise?
A natural herb that increases energy and breaks down excess fat
What is green tea?
A category of prescription drug that some may sell to others illegally for an appetite suppressant.
What are stimulants? (ie. Adderall)
Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fat-free or low-fat dairy products, protein sources - like seafood, lean meats, poultry, eggs, legumes (beans and peas), soy products, nut, and seeds
What are nutrient-rich foods?
Can cause a lower metabolism, fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, reduce fertility, weaken bones and teeth, and may lower immunity
What is calorie restriction?
a condition where a person exercises beyond their body's ability to recover. Can lead to injuries, exhaustion, depression, hormonal imbalance, and reduced performance, and fatigue.
What is excessive exercise? or What is over-exercising?
A substance found in many beverages that is commonly used as an appetite suppressant. When used in excess or when a sensitivity is present can cause headaches, jitters, insomnia, and anxiety.
What is caffeine?
Self-induced vomiting as a desperate measure of weight loss that can lead to tooth decay, feeling faint, kidney problems, swelling of the throat and/or face, and dehydration
What is purging?