Lesson 1 & 2
Defined as 'being present' or being in the moment in a non-judgmental way
What is Mindfulness.
Used to calculate whether a person is overweight or obese.
What are Weight, Height and Body Mass Index (BMI).
Nutrient label that must be less than 5 calories.
What is Calorie Free.
Refers to glucose-containing plysaccharides, such as starch. Often found in potatoes, legumes, corn, green beans, grains, and rice.
What are Complex Carbohydrates.
The most important piece of text on packaging
What is the ingredient list
The stress that keeps us excited about life and can be fulfilling
What is Good Stress.
Causes the body to develop an extra mile of blood vessels.
What is 1 Pound of Fat.
Foods that are low in fat, with limited cholesterol and sodium.
What are Healthy Foods.
The ranking of carbohydrates on a scale of 0 to 100 according to the extent to which they raise the the blood glucose levels.
What is the Glycemic Index (GI).
The stress that initiates the fight or flight response and may have a prolonged impact on a person's life.
What is Bad Stress.
This diet is for religious purposes.
What is a Spiritual Diet.
Free radicals - left unchecked, they damage cell structure, impair cell function, and damage DNA, leaving the body susceptible to viruses and bacteria.
True or False.
What is
This designation certifies that human rights (including the prohibition of child labour) are guaranteed at any stage of production, that workers have fair and good working conditions.
What is Fair Trade.
Often used in place of refined sugar (often to control weight gain) but there is little evidence that they support weight loss, and they can be unhealthy as well.
What are Artificial Sweeteners.
Is used for basic survival, can be used as a gift or reward and baste it with love and pride during presentation. It can help you express self actualization through its innovation use and recipe.
What is Food.
Some plants are irradiated (exposed to what is touted as harmless radiation) to lengthen shelf life.
True or False.
What is
A term that is regulated by the USDA and applies to agriculture products but not cosmetic products.
What is Organic.
At the present time, the American Heart Association (AHA) recommends that women should have no more than 100 calories of this per day (equivalent to about 6 teaspoons).
What is Sugar.
The stress that initiates the fight or flight response and may have a prolonged impact on a person's life.
What is Bad Stress.
Approximately 3-4% of adults and 6-8% of children have this which can cause swelling, abdominal pain, dizziness and anaphylaxis.
BONUS - this is bothersome but a less serious condition that does not affect the immune system.
What are Food Allergies.
What is Food Intolerance.
Called the plant of immortality.
BONUS - what can it be used to treat?
What is Aloe Vera.
What are wounds, burns, skin conditions.