Ch 4: Food Preference and Influences Flashcards
State of complete Physical, Mental and Social Well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
Health
Tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes
Homeostasis
A disorder of structure or function in a Human, Animal or plant, especially one that produces specific signs or symptoms, affects a specific location and is not a direct result of physical injury
Disease (abnormal condition that negatively affects the structure or function of a part of the body. Diseases can affect one area of the body or they can be systemic, affecting every part of the body (e.g., various forms of cancer). Diseases may be caused by external conditions or internal problems)
A medical condition or disease that is not caused by infectious agents; chronic diseases which last a long time and progress slowly
Non-communicable Disease (NCD)
Fluid process of improving the emotional, occupational, physical, social, intellectual and spiritual components of life, dynamically leading to a better state of health and well-being
Wellness
Inspires a sense of inner calm, relaxation, and inner strength. Emotional wellness practices remind us to stay positive, smile, be mindful, learn from mistakes, ask for help from others, and remember that life is full of peaks and valleys
Emotional Wellness
Encourages us to carefully consider our career and employment opportunities throughout our lifetime. Personal satisfaction and senses of purpose and value are factors
Occupational Wellness
Encompasses a sense of respect and responsibility for taking care of our bodies, promoting a desired sense of optimal health and physical functioning across the lifespan. Overall physical wellness encourages the balance of physical activity, exercise, rest and relaxation, nutrition, mental health, and well-being.
Physical Wellness
Our ability to form and maintain relationships with others. Isolation can lead to negative emotions, whereas a robust social network helps develop a positive outlook on life, especially when life is challenging. Learning to build healthy, nurturing, and supportive relationships with others leads to a high degree of social wellness. Improving social wellness is one of the best ways to also improve emotional wellness.
Social Wellness
Encourages people to never stop learning and engaging in creative and mentally stimulating activities across the lifespan. It means participating in activities that expand knowledge and skills across academic, cultural, community, and personal pursuits. Intellectual wellness fosters a greater sense of fulfillment and helps improve both emotional and occupational wellness for a more balanced life.
Intellectual Wellness
A High Degree of Excess Body Fat
Obesity
Obesity BMI
Greater than 30
Technical term for measurements and calculations related to human physical characteristics
Biometrics
Tips for a Health-Supporting Diet
- Diet low in Saturated Fat, remove Trans fats
- Follow WHO guidelines for chronic diseases
- Choose beverages and food low in added sugar
- Eat plenty of Fruits and Vegetables
- Reduce fatty meats, processed foods and foods high in salts
- Alcohol in moderation
Diet to reduce risk of Cancer
- Eating foods high in Antioxidants (foods that are bright in colors, such as dark green, orange, purple, and red fruits and vegetable such as spinach, carrots, and tomatoes)
- Eating low glycemic index (GI) foods – Consuming foods with a high GI is associated with a significantly greater risk of certain types of cancer.
- Increasing dietary calcium intake – There is strong evidence to suggest that higher calcium intake can help reduce the risk of cancer
- Maintaining a low BMI – A higher body mass index increases the risk of developing some of the most common cancers.
