Chapter 18 (Terminology)

Question 1

A type of hemoglobin, commonly abbreviated as HbA1c, bound to glucose and commonly used as a marker to reflect how well type 1 and type 2 diabetes

Answer 1

A1C

Question 2

Unhealthy eating behaviors and feelings about body image.

Answer 2

disordered eating

Question 3

Abnormal or disturbed eating habits (once diagnosed) such as anorexia or binge eating.

Answer 3

eating disorder

Question 4

A condition of abnormally high blood pressure, usually over 130/80.

Answer 4

hypertension

Question 5

A pregnancy condition of high blood pressure caused by inadequate calcium, typically beginning around 20 weeks. It can cause organ damage and be harmful to the growing fetus.

Answer 5

preeclampsia

Question 6

The period in a woman’s life (typically after the age of 50) when the ovaries cease the production of estrogen and progesterone and menstruation ends.

Answer 6

menopause

Question 7

Referred to as male menopause, it is a syndrome associated with low levels of testosterone in older and aging men.

Answer 7

andropause

Question 8

An abnormal immune response (such as vomiting, hives, or trouble breathing) to a food.

Answer 8

food allergy

Question 9

Digestive issues or distress after consuming a food or ingredient.

Answer 9

food intolerance

Question 10

A physician- or dietitian- prescribed eating plan in which a client will gradually remove foods from their diet with the goal of determining what is causing an allergy or intolerance.

Answer 10

elimination diet

Question 11

Cleaved atoms that can damage proteins, DNA, and cell membranes by stealing their electrons in a process called oxidation.

Answer 11

free radicals

Question 12

A condition in which the sodium levels in the blood are too low and internal water regulation becomes problematic.

Answer 12

hyponatremina