Food & Diet Flashcards
Nutrition
Nutrition: تغذیه, noun, the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
Nutrient
Nutrient: ماده مغذی, noun, a substance that provides nourishment essential for the growth and maintenance of life.
Calorie
Calorie: کالری, noun, a unit of energy that food provides to the body.
Balanced diet
Balanced diet: رژیم غذایی متعادل, noun, a diet that includes a variety of foods in the right proportions to provide all essential nutrients.
Processed food
Processed food: غذای فرآوریشده, noun, food that has been altered from its natural state through methods such as canning, freezing, or adding preservatives.
Organic food
Organic food: غذای ارگانیک, noun, food produced without the use of synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms.
Fresh produce
Fresh produce: محصولات تازه, noun, fruits and vegetables that are recently harvested and not processed or preserved.
Junk food
Junk food: غذای ناسالم, noun, food that is high in calories, sugar, or fats, but low in nutritional value.
Fast food
Fast food: فست فود, noun, food that is prepared and served quickly, typically high in fats, sugars, and calories.
Whole grains
Whole grains: غلات کامل, noun, grains that have not been refined and contain all parts of the grain kernel (bran, germ, and endosperm).
Healthy eating
Healthy eating: تغذیه سالم, noun, the practice of consuming a variety of nutritious foods in appropriate portions to maintain health.
Unhealthy eating
Unhealthy eating: تغذیه ناسالم, noun, the consumption of foods that are low in nutrients and high in fats, sugars, or salt.
Portion size
Portion size: اندازه وعده غذایی, noun, the amount of food served or consumed at one time.
Food pyramid
Food pyramid: هرم غذایی, noun, a visual representation of a healthy diet, illustrating the proportions of food from different categories.
Meal plan
Meal plan: برنامه غذایی, noun, a plan for preparing meals in advance to ensure balanced and healthy eating.
Meal preparation
Meal preparation: آمادهسازی غذا, noun, the process of planning and preparing meals, often in advance, for efficiency and nutrition.
Dietary choices
Dietary choices: انتخابهای غذایی, noun, decisions made about what foods to eat based on preferences, health, and lifestyle.
Dietary supplements
Dietary supplements: مکملهای غذایی, noun, products taken to supplement the diet, typically vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients.
Food intake
Food intake: مصرف غذا, noun, the amount and types of food consumed by an individual.
Food groups
Food groups: گروههای غذایی, noun, categories of food that share similar nutrients, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, and dairy.
Superfood
Superfood: سوپرفود, noun, nutrient-rich foods considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being.
Allergy
Allergy: آلرژی, noun, an immune system reaction to a substance that is typically harmless.
Intolerance
Intolerance: عدم تحمل, noun, difficulty digesting or absorbing certain foods, such as lactose intolerance.
Vitamins
Vitamins: ویتامینها, noun, organic compounds that are essential for normal metabolism and health.
Minerals
Minerals: مواد معدنی, noun, inorganic substances required by the body for various functions, such as calcium and iron.
Fats
Fats: چربیها, noun, nutrients that provide energy and are essential for various bodily functions.
Proteins
Proteins: پروتئینها, noun, nutrients made of amino acids that are essential for growth, repair, and maintenance of the body.
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates: کربوهیدراتها, noun, nutrients that provide energy and are found in foods like bread, pasta, and fruits.
Fiber
Fiber: فیبر, noun, a type of carbohydrate that the body cannot digest, important for digestive health.
Saturated fats
Saturated fats: چربیهای اشباعشده, noun, fats that are typically solid at room temperature, found in animal products and some processed foods.
Unsaturated fats
Unsaturated fats: چربیهای غیر اشباع, noun, fats that are typically liquid at room temperature, found in plant oils, nuts, and fish.
Trans fats
Trans fats: چربیهای ترانس, noun, artificially created fats that are harmful to health and commonly found in processed foods.
Sugar content
Sugar content: میزان شکر, noun, the amount of sugar in a food or drink.
Sodium
Sodium: سدیم, noun, a mineral found in salt, essential for fluid balance but harmful in excess.
Cholesterol
Cholesterol: کلسترول, noun, a type of fat found in blood, necessary for the body but harmful in high amounts.
Food additives
Food additives: افزودنیهای غذایی, noun, substances added to food to preserve flavor, color, or texture.
Preservatives
Preservatives: نگهدارندهها, noun, chemicals added to food to extend shelf life.
Artificial sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners: شیرینکنندههای مصنوعی, noun, synthetic substances used to sweeten food and drinks without adding calories.
Glycemic index
Glycemic index: شاخص گلیسمی, noun, a measure of how quickly a food raises blood sugar levels.
Fortified foods
Fortified foods: غذاهای تقویتشده, noun, foods that have added nutrients, such as vitamins or minerals, that are not naturally present.
Boil
Boil: جوشاندن, verb, to heat a liquid to the point where it bubbles and turns to steam.
Fry
Fry: سرخ کردن, verb, to cook food in hot oil or fat, often until crispy.
Grill
Grill: کباب کردن - to cook food over direct heat, usually on a metal grate (فعل)
Steam
Steam: بخارپز کردن - to cook food using steam (فعل)
Bake
Bake: پختن در فر - to cook food using dry heat in an oven (فعل)
Roast
Roast: برشته کردن - to cook food by exposing it to dry heat in an oven or over a fire (فعل)
Sauté
Sauté: سرخ کردن سریع در مقدار کم روغن - to cook food quickly in a small amount of oil or butter (فعل)
Stir-fry
Stir-fry: سرخ کردن با هم زدن - to fry food quickly in a small amount of hot oil, stirring constantly (فعل)
Marinate
Marinate: مزه دار کردن - to soak food in a flavorful liquid before cooking (فعل)
Blend
Blend: مخلوط کردن - to mix different substances together until smooth (فعل)
Whisk
Whisk: هم زدن با همزن - to mix or beat something, usually eggs or cream, using a whisk (فعل)
Chop
Chop: خرد کردن - to cut food into small pieces (فعل)
Peel
Peel: پوست کندن - to remove the outer layer of something, such as fruit or vegetables (فعل)
Slice
Slice: برش زدن - to cut something into thin pieces (فعل)
Season
Season: چاشنی زدن - to add spices or herbs to food for flavor (فعل)
Garnish
Garnish: تزئین کردن - to decorate or add something to a dish for visual appeal (فعل)
Portion
Portion: سهم، قسمت - a specific amount or serving of food (اسم)
Leftovers
Leftovers: باقیمانده غذا - food that is left after a meal (اسم)
Healthy lifestyle
Healthy lifestyle: سبک زندگی سالم - living in a way that promotes good health (اسم)
Weight loss
Weight loss: کاهش وزن - the process of losing body weight (اسم)
Calorie counting
Calorie counting: شمارش کالری - tracking the number of calories consumed (اسم)
Detox
Detox: سمزدایی - the process of removing toxins from the body (اسم)
Clean eating
Clean eating: خوردن غذاهای سالم و طبیعی - eating food that is minimally processed and as close to its natural form as possible (اسم)
Low-fat diet
Low-fat diet: رژیم کمچربی - a diet that restricts the intake of fats (اسم)
High-protein diet
High-protein diet: رژیم پرپروتئین - a diet that emphasizes high protein intake (اسم)
Vegetarian diet
Vegetarian diet: رژیم گیاهخواری - a diet that excludes meat and sometimes other animal products (اسم)
Vegan diet
Vegan diet: رژیم وگان - a diet that excludes all animal products (اسم)
Gluten-free diet
Gluten-free diet: رژیم بدون گلوتن - a diet that avoids foods containing gluten (اسم)
Low-carb diet
Low-carb diet: رژیم کمکربوهیدرات - a diet that restricts carbohydrates (اسم)
Intermittent fasting
Intermittent fasting: روزهداری متناوب - alternating periods of eating and fasting (اسم)
Food restriction
Food restriction: محدودیت در مصرف غذا - limiting or reducing certain foods (اسم)
Portion control
Portion control: کنترل اندازه غذا - managing the amount of food consumed (اسم)
Food habits
Food habits: عادات غذایی - regular patterns or practices of eating (اسم)
Eating out
Eating out: خوردن در بیرون - eating food at a restaurant or similar establishment (اسم)
Home-cooked meals
Home-cooked meals: غذاهای خانگی - meals prepared at home, usually with fresh ingredients (اسم)
Takeout
Takeout: غذای بیرونبر - food ordered from a restaurant to be eaten elsewhere (اسم)
Comfort food
Comfort food: غذای دلگرمکننده - food that provides nostalgia or emotional satisfaction (اسم)
Indulge
Indulge: لذت بردن - to allow oneself to enjoy something, especially food (فعل)
Overeating
Overeating: پرخوری - eating more food than needed (اسم)
Appetite
Appetite: اشتها - a natural desire to eat (اسم)
Hunger
Hunger: گرسنگی - the feeling of needing food (اسم)
Snack
Snack: میانوعده - a small portion of food typically eaten between meals (اسم)
Binge eating
Binge eating: پرخوری افراطی - eating large quantities of food in a short period, often in an uncontrollable manner (اسم)
Food cravings
Food cravings: هوس غذایی - strong desires for specific types of food (اسم)
Obesity
Obesity: چاقی - excessive body fat that poses health risks (اسم)
Overweight
Overweight: اضافه وزن - having more body weight than is considered healthy (اسم)
Underweight
Underweight: کموزنی - having less body weight than is considered healthy (اسم)
Body mass index (BMI)
Body mass index (BMI): شاخص توده بدنی - a measurement used to assess whether a person has a healthy weight (اسم)
Metabolism
Metabolism: متابولیسم - the process by which the body converts food into energy (اسم)
Chronic disease
Chronic disease: بیماری مزمن - a long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured (اسم)
Heart disease
Heart disease: بیماری قلبی - diseases related to the heart and blood vessels (اسم)
High blood pressure
High blood pressure: فشار خون بالا - a condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high (اسم)
Diabetes
Diabetes: دیابت - a disease where the body cannot properly process glucose (اسم)
Digestive problems
Digestive problems: مشکلات گوارشی - disorders that affect the stomach and intestines (اسم)
Immunity
Immunity: ایمنی - the body’s ability to resist or fight infections (اسم)
Detoxification
Detoxification: سمزدایی - the process of removing toxins from the body (اسم)
Nutritional value
Nutritional value: ارزش تغذیهای - the content of nutrients in a food (اسم)
Fitness
Fitness: تناسب اندام - the condition of being physically healthy and strong (اسم)
Exercise
Exercise: ورزش - physical activity to improve health and fitness (اسم)
Hydration
Hydration: آبرسانی - the process of supplying water to the body (اسم)
Organic produce
Organic produce: محصولات ارگانیک - fruits and vegetables grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers (اسم)
Food allergy
Food allergy: آلرژی غذایی - an immune system reaction to certain foods (اسم)
Food intolerance
Food intolerance: عدم تحمل غذایی - difficulty in digesting certain foods, often causing discomfort (اسم)
Heart-healthy
Heart-healthy: مناسب برای قلب - beneficial for heart health (صفت)
Low-sodium
Low-sodium: کمنمک - containing a small amount of salt (صفت)
High-fiber
High-fiber: پر فیبر - containing a high amount of fiber (صفت)