Module 4.7c Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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Glucose
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The form of sugar that circulates in the blood and provides the major source of energy for body tissues. When its level is low, we feel hunger.
2
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Set Point
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The point at which the “weight thermostat” may be set, When the body falls below this weight, increased hunger and a lowered metbaolic rate may combine to restore lost weight.
3
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Basal Metabolic Rate
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The body’s resting rate energy output.
4
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Obesity
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Defined as body mass index (BMI) measurement of 30 or higher, which is calculated from our weight-to-height ratio. (Individuals who are overweight have a BMI of 25 or higher.)
