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WorksheetsFAD DIETS VOCABULARY
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 5mins
Portion Control
Management of the amount of various foods consumed in one sitting.
A method to increase food intake for weight gain.
A technique to reduce food waste in restaurants.
A strategy for meal prepping and planning.
Grocery Budget
Amount of money one spends on grocery items.
A list of items to buy at the grocery store.
The total weight of groceries purchased.
A plan for saving money on groceries.
Hypertension
Medically correct term for chronic high blood pressure.
A condition characterized by low blood pressure.
A type of heart disease caused by high cholesterol.
A temporary increase in blood pressure due to stress.
Celiac Disease
Food intolerance to the protein gluten which causes the villi in the small intestine to deteriorate, leading to malnutrition.
An autoimmune disorder that affects the liver and causes jaundice.
A type of food allergy that results in hives and swelling.
A digestive disorder that causes excessive gas and bloating.
Crohn’s Disease
A disorder which causes inflammation of the digestive system; leads to pain, nausea, and decreased appetite.
A viral infection that affects the respiratory system.
A type of cancer that primarily affects the skin.
A genetic disorder that causes muscle degeneration.
Fad Diet
A diet that is popular for a relatively short amount of time.
A diet that is recommended by all nutritionists.
A diet that includes only fruits and vegetables.
A diet that guarantees weight loss without exercise.
Diabetes
A disorder that helps insulin get glucose into cells.
A condition that allows the body to properly use digested food.
A disorder which hinders insulin from getting glucose into cells; disables the body from properly using digested food needed for development and energy.
A disease that increases the body's ability to absorb glucose.
Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA)
Average daily level of intake for 98 percent of healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.
Minimum daily intake required to prevent deficiency diseases.
Maximum daily intake to avoid toxicity in healthy individuals.
Recommended intake for athletes and physically active individuals.
Diet
The way one consumes foods on a day-to-day basis; includes type of food eaten, amount of food eaten, and frequency of food consumption.
A specific type of food that is consumed for health benefits.
A meal plan designed for weight loss only.
A collection of recipes for various cuisines.
