34 Terms
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potassium
Fitness; Weight loss
The major positive ion (cation) found inside of cells. The chemical notation for potassium is K+.
polycystic ovary syndrome
Fitness; Weight loss
Abbreviated PCOS. Polcystic ovary syndrome is a condition in women characterized by irregular or no menstrual periods, acne, obesity, and excess hair growth. PCOS is a disorder of chronically ...
polyunsaturated fat
Fitness; Weight loss
A highly unsaturated fat that is liquid at room temperature. Fats that are in foods are combinations of monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and saturated fatty acids. Polyunsaturated fats are found in ...
minerals
Fitness; Weight loss
These are natural substances that are needed for the body to grown and for the upkeep of the functions of the body.
metabolism
Fitness; Weight loss
The amount of energy (calories) your body burns to maintain itself. Metabolism is the process in which nutrients are acquired, transported, used, and disposed of by the body.
metabolic syndrome
Fitness; Weight loss
This means that a person shows signs of three of the five main risk factors such as elevated blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, abdominal obesity, low HDL cholesterol levels and elevated ...
meditation
Fitness; Weight loss
A self-directed practice for relaxing the body and calming the mind. Most meditative techniques have come to the West from Eastern religious practices, particularly India, China, and Japan, but can ...
