Food preference - correct answerThose *foods we choose to eat when all foods are
available at the same time and in the same quantity*. Determined by genetic and
environmental effects.
Food choice - correct answerThis concerns the specific foods that are *convenient* to
choose when we are actually ready to eat; rarely are all our preferred foods available at
the same time to satisfy our preferences. These are restricted by convenience.
Food liking - correct answerConsiders what food we *really like to eat*. We may want to
eat foods that enhance our health, but we like to eat chocolate cake.
What affects someone's food preference? - correct answer1. Genetic Determinants (ex.
liking for salts or sweets)
2. Environmental influences
3. Media influences
Hunger - correct answerThe inability to access enough food to feel nourished and
satisfied.
Variety - correct answerOne of the four themes of MyPlate recommendations.
This involves eating food from all food groups and subgroups.
Proportionality - correct answerOne of the four themes of MyPlate recommendations. It
involves eating more of some foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fat-free or low-fat
milk products) and less of others (foods high in saturated or trans fats, added sugars,
cholesterol salt, and alcohol).
Moderation - correct answerOne of the four themes of MyPlate recommendations.
Choose types of foods that limit intake of saturated or trans fats, added sugars,
cholesterol, salt, and alcohol.
Activity - correct answerOne of the four themes of MyPlate recommendations. Be
physically active every day.
Syndrome X - correct answerAlso known as "metabolic syndrome" is a group of heart
disease risk factors including *abdominal obesity, glucose intolerance, high blood
pressure, and abnormal blood lipid levels*
Healing foods pyramid - correct answerThe ___________ ________ __________
emphasizes foods with restorative benefits and/or essential nutrients in natural forms.
The core of dietary intake is primarily plant-based foods, with small amounts of animal
foods. the "healing" aspect of this also applies to the production of the food supply.
Experimental study - correct answerType of research. Consists of an *experimental
group* receiving treatment (or dietary change) and a *control group* receiving no
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treatment (no dietary change); differences, if any, are then noted. called clinical or
laboratory study.
Case study - correct answerType of research. analyzes an *individual case* of a
disease or health difference to determine how factors may influence health; a
naturalistic study because no manipulation of dietary intake or behavior occurs.
Epidemiologic study - correct answerType of research. *Studies populations*; tracks the
occurrence of health or disease processes among populations; may use historical data,
surveys, and/or medical records to determine possible factors influencing the health of a
group of people.
Irradiation - correct answerA procedure by which *food is exposed to radiation* that
destroys microorganisms, insect growth, and parasites that could spoil food or cause
illness. This food preservation technology results in an increase of international and
domestic food trade. These foods may have a *longer shelf life*
Glycogen - correct answerCarbohydrate energy stored in the liver and in the muscles.
Glycogenolysis - correct answerProcess when glycogen stored in the liver and muscle
tissue is converted back to glucose.
Gluconeogenesis - correct answerThe process of producing glucose from fat.
Ketone bodies - correct answerCreated when fatty acids are broken down for energy
when sufficient carbohydrates are unavailable.
Insulin - correct answerA hormone produced by the beta cells of the islets of
Langerhans, lowers blood glucose levels by enhancing the conversion of excess
glucose to glycogen through glycogenesis or to fat stored in adipose tissue. It also
eases the absorption of glucose into the cells so the use of glucose as energy is
increased.
Glucagon - correct answerThis stimulates conversion of liver glycogen to glucose,
assisting the regulation of glucose levels during the night.
Nutrients - correct answersubstances in foods required by the body for *energy, growth,
maintenance, and repair.* Some are essential.
Disease Prevention - correct answerthe process of reducing risks and alleviating
disease to promote, preserve, and restore health and minimize suffering and distress
Primary Prevention - correct answermethods to avoid occurrence of disease
(ex. Low fat, high fiber diet)