nutrition

field of study that examines the substances in food that help us grow and stay healthy, intake of food for the body's dietary needs.

metabolism

process the body uses to makes energy from food eaten.

catabolism

process of breaking down molecules into smaller molecules, resulting in energy being released.

anabolism

process of smaller molecules being used to build larger molecules with the use of energy.

enzymes

special proteins that speed up the chemical reactions in the body (broken down in the intestines)

Basic Metabolic Rate (BMR)

can play a role in a persons tendency to gain weight. (lower BMR ; greater tendency to gain weight)

Nutrients

in the food we eat have many roles in our body, regulating metabolic process. classified into 2 groups. essential nutrients can't be made by the body and must be in the food eaten. non - essential nutrients are created by the body.

role of protein in the body

essential macronutrient; fuels physiological process, including repairing cells, building muscle mass, supporting the immune system, and regulating hormones

cholesterol

a waxy, whitish-yellow fat and a crucial building block in cell membranes

Alpha gal syndrome

a deathly allergy to meat, can be caused from a tick bite introduced from a sugar molecule that triggers an immune response.

factors that affect a persons diet

cost, lifestyle habits, convenience, culture, and emotional comfort.