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Glossary of Terms

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Glossary of Terms
   

Antioxidant

A vitamin, mineral or phytonutrient that helps to neutralize (destroy) free radicals, unstable oxygen molecules generated during metabolism of food and as a result of stress and exposure to pollution. It is believed that antioxidants may play a role in slowing the aging process and preventing cancer. An example of a vitamin antioxidant is vitamin C. An example of a phytonutrient with antioxidant properties is lutein.

Body Frame

A frame of reference of skeletal size that helps guide people of any given height to determine their ideal body weight dependent upon their bone structure. For example, a woman who is 5’4” with a small body frame would have a target weight range of 117 to 130 lbs., while a 5’4” large-framed woman would have an ideal body weight of 137 to 155 lbs.

Botanicals

A component of a plant (herb, fruit or vegetable) that has been shown to have some nutritional benefit. An example of a botanical would be citrus bioflavonoids found in an orange.

Calorie

A unit of energy-producing potential supplied by food and released upon oxidation by the body, equal to the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water by 1°C

Carbohydrates

The body’s principal source of energy and can be divided into three main categories: simple carbohydrates (sugars), complex carbohydrates (starches) and fiber. Most fruits, vegetables and dairy products contain natural sugars. Complex carbohydrates include grains, such as bread and rice and starchy vegetables, such as potatoes and beans. Fiber is a large group of plant compounds that essentially cannot be digested by humans, but are important in supporting healthy digestive function.

Lean Body Mass

A measurement excluding your body fat that has been shown to be useful in determining resting metabolic rate (RMR). For every 1 pound of lean body mass, your body burns approximately 14 calories.

Minerals

Inorganic compounds essential to a host of vital processes in the body from bone formation to the functioning of the heart and digestive system. Seven minerals – calcium, chlorine, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and sulfur – are called macrominerals because they are present in the body in relatively large quantities. The other minerals are termed trace minerals because they are necessary in relatively minute quantities. Trace minerals include copper, iron, zinc, manganese, iodine, and chromium.

Protein

Protein constitutes 75% of our body’s tissues, excluding water. Muscles, organs, antibodies, and most hormones and enzymes are largely composed of protein. Protein is actually a chain of amino acids. “Essential” amino acids are amino acids that we must obtain from food sources, as our body does not manufacture them. The “non-essential” amino acids can be manufactured within our bodies. Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) The number of calories that your body burns at rest. For example, if all you did all day was sit on the couch and just breathe, your RMR would be the number of calories your body burns in the course of the day.

Soy Protein

Pure protein isolated from soybeans that is cholesterol, lactose, and fat free.

Target Weight

A person’s healthiest weight; it can be estimated based on an individual’s body frame, height and gender.

Vitamins

Organic substance required by the body to regulate cellular function. Vitamins affect all functions of the body, including promoting good vision, forming normal blood cells, and ensuring proper functioning of the heart and nervous system.

Whey Protein

Protein isolated from milk; lactose-free.

  

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Shakes, Personalized
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1
Colorful Meal
Eat a healthy meal including plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables.




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