Nutrition

Nutrition

Nutrients, nourishments and related science for the healthy growth and maintenance of the human body and living organisms.

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overweight

Health care; Nutrition

Overweight is generally defined as having more body fat than is optimally healthy. Being overweight is a common condition, especially where food supplies are plentiful and lifestyles are sedentary.

high fructose corn syrup

Health care; Nutrition

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) comprises any of a group of corn syrups that has undergone enzymatic processing to convert some of its glucose into fructose to produce a desired sweetness. Due to ...

positive energy balance

Health care; Nutrition

A positive balance of calories on a scale of normal caloric intake; the opposite of a negative energy balance. Often leads to weight gain and, potentially, obesity. Note: "Positive" is actually ...

Dietary fiber is an essential component of a healthy and balanced diet. It is obtained through plant foods such as fruits and vegetables, nuts, grains and legumes, being part that is not digestable. ...

sodium

Health care; Nutrition

Sodium is a chemical which occurs naturally in most foods. It is an element that the body needs to work properly. Its function, among others, is to help the muscles respond to stimuli correctly and ...