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DA_CH16
Book: Modern Dental Assisting - vocab review - Nutrition
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Amino acids | Compounds in proteins used by the body to build and repair tissue |
| Anorexia nervosa | Eating disorder caused by an altered self-image |
| Bulimia | Eating disorder characterized by binge eating and self-induced vomiting |
| Cariogenic | Producing or promoting tooth decay |
| Fats | Lipids |
| Nutrients | Organic and inorganic chemicals in food that supply energy |
| Organic | Describes food products that gave been grown without the use of chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers. |
| Triglycerides | Neutral fats |