Health and Nutrition Terms

Front

body mass index (BMI)

Back

A measure that uses height and weight to estimate healthy body weight.

Front

centenarian

Back

A person who is 100 years old or older.

Front

cholesterol

Back

A type of fat found in the blood; too much can cause health problems.

Front

circulation

Back

The movement of blood through the body.

Front

consumption

Back

The act of eating or drinking something.

Front

corroborate

Back

To support or confirm a statement with evidence.

Front

daily intake

Back

The amount of food or nutrients a person consumes each day.

Front

detrimental

Back

Harmful or damaging.

Front

enhance

Back

To improve or make something better.

Front

life expectancy

Back

The average number of years a person is expected to live.