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Chapter 1 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| nutrient | a chemical substance, such as protein, carbohydrate, fat, or fiber that your body needs to function, grow, repair, and create energy. |
| nutrition | the study of nutrients and how the body uses them. |
| wellness | good health and positive well being. |
| hospitality | kindness in welcoming guests or strangers. |
| comfort foods | familiar foods that make people feel good. |
| stress hormones | hormones that make you sad. |
| palate | a person's ability to taste and judge the different flavors of food. |
| self-esteem | the feeling that you are a worthwhile, capable person. |
| critical thinking | analyzing and evaluating what you hear and read. |
| verbal communication | the use of words to send and receive information, thoughts, and feelings. |
| nonverbal communication | sending and receiving information, thoughts, and feelings without words. |
| leadership | the ability to guide or direct people. |
| management | handling resources wisely to reach goals. |