The study of heredity and variations in living organisms

The social pressure to act in ways, believe certain things, or conform to group expectations in order to be accepted by the group

The complex circumstances in which one lives, works, and plays that affect their health outcomes

The transformation of agricultural products into foods that humans can consume, cook, or store.

The study of the composition of foods and the changes they go through naturally or by food processing

The presence of an unwanted substance or impurity

Single-celled organisms that thrive in diverse environments

Substances used to prevent decay

A type of non-enzymatic reaction between sugars and proteins that causes browning of foods

A disease caused by consuming contaminated food or drink

Smelling and tasting unpleasant, rank, or stale due to decomposition

Plants or animals that have been altered to enhance or contain certain traits

Unwritten rules about how to behave

The care given a person while they are growing