Basal Metabolic Rate
the number of calories your body burns at rest to perform essential functions like breathing and maintaining body temperature
Calories
a unit of energy
Carbohydrates
a macronutrient that provides the body's primary source of energy
Cholesterol
a waxy, fat-like substance that your body needs to function
Diabetes
a chronic condition where the body cannot properly use insulin, leading to high blood sugar
Dietary Fiber
a complex carbohydrate found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes
Digestive system
breaks down food into nutrients for energy, growth, and cell repair through a process of mechanical and chemical digestion
Electrolytes
minerals with an electrical charge that are essential for regulating fluid balance, muscle and nerve function, and pH levels in the body
Fats
essential nutrients that provide energy, support cell structure, and aid in absorbing certain vitamins
Macronutrients
the three main types of nutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—that the body needs in large amounts to function properly
Metabolism
the set of chemical reactions in the body that convert food into energy, build and repair tissues, and remove waste
Micronutrients
essential vitamins and minerals that the body needs in small amounts to function properly
Minerals
naturally occurring, inorganic substances with a defined chemical composition and a specific crystal structure
Nutrients
chemical compounds found in food that the body needs to function, grow, and survive
Protein
essential macromolecules made of amino acids that perform a wide range of functions in the body, from building and repairing tissues to catalyzing metabolic reactions and transporting molecules
Saturated Fat
a type of dietary fat
Trans Fat
an unhealthy type of fat made when manufacturers add hydrogen to vegetable oils
Unsaturated Fat
a type of fat that is liquid at room temperature and is generally considered healthier than saturated fats because it can improve blood cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease
Vitamins
essential organic compounds the body needs in small amounts to grow and function normally
Water
Water is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid chemical compound with the molecular formula H2Ocap H sub 2 cap O