Nutrition and Health Terms

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nutrition

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the science of food and how the body uses the foods taken in

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malnutrition

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not eating enough food/eating too much food to keep a healthful body weight and activity level

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undernutrition

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lack of proper nutrients in the diet

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nutrients

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chemical substances in food that help build and maintain the body

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insulin

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hormone that regulates blood sugar

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diabetes

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a condition in which the body can’t properly control the levels of sugar in the blood

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allergy

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the body’s negative reaction to a particular substance

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allergen

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the offending substance affecting the body, which causes allergies.

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cross contamination

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the transfer of harmful bacteria or other microorganisms from one food or surface to another, posing significant risks to food safety

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handwashing

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is a critical practice to prevent foodborne illnesses