Nutrition
The science or study of food and the way the body uses food.
What is Nutrition
One of the hormones released by the body in times of stress.
What is Epinephrine or Cortisol (adrenaline)
Uncomfortable symptoms that a drug user experiences when trying to stop using a drug.
What is Withdrawal Symptoms
energy-giving nutrients that include sugars, starches, and fiber
What is Carbohydrates
A drug whose use leads to the use of a harsher drug
What is a gateway drug
Negative stress that prevents someone from doing their best
What is Distress
What is both an essential nutrient and part of the food plate
What is protein
an unconscious thought or behavior used to avoid unpleasant emotions
What is Defense Mechanism
Hormone released in the brain that makes us feel good and happy
What is dopamine
What lines the stomach to protect it from stomach acid
What is mucus
Type of fat found in all human and animal tissue
What is Cholesterol
a feeling produced in response to life experiences.
What is Emotion
What is the addictive and mind altering drug in marijuana
What is THC
Part of the brain that is in charge of our logical thinking and making good decisions
What is the pre frontal cortex
Small amounts of a drug added to a substance without the user knowing
What is laced
These line the small intestine and absorb nutrients into the bloodstream
What are villi
the physical changes that prepare your body to respond quickly and appropriately to stressors.
What is Fight or Flight Response
Toxic gas that keeps oxygen from getting into the bloodstream.
What is Carbon Monoxide
Phase of drug approval where drugs are tried by volunteers to ensure safety and effectiveness
What is a clinical trial
Any substance that causes a change in a person’s physical or psychological state
What is a drug