Diet and Nutrition vocab list

Special organic molecules used by living organisms to make proteins.

• Amino Acids

• Blood Glucose

• Calories

• Carbohydrates

The main type of sugar in the blood; and is the major source of energy for the body's cells.

• Sodium

• Electrolytes

• Blood Glucose

• Glycemic Index

A unit of energy.

• Protein

• Calories

• Fiber

• Sugar

The body's major source of energy.

• Cholesterol

• Sodium

• Gluten

• Carbohydrates

A waxy, fat-like substance that's found in all the cells in your body.

• Enzymes

• 1. Blood Glucose

• Protein

• Cholesterol

Occurs when there isn't enough fluid in the body to keep it working properly.

• Dehydration

• Digestion

• Metabolism

• Nutrition

The collection of the foods you regularly eat.

• Monounsaturated Fat

• 1. Water Intake

• Diet

• LDL Cholesterol

Products intended to enhance the quantity of vitamins and minerals consumed through regular diet.

• 1. Monounsaturated Fat

• Triglycerides

• Enzymes

• Dietary Supplements

The process of breaking down food.

• Metabolism

• Nutrition

• Digestion

• Nutrition

Essential minerals to keep us hydrated and maintain other key processes.

• Sugar

• Electrolytes

• Sodium

• Fiber