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Chapter 1 Vocab
Term | Definition |
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Nutrient | A chemical substance, such as protein, carbohydrate, fat, or fiber, that your body needs to function, grow, repair itself, and create energy. |
Nutrition | The study of nutrients and how the body uses them. |
Wellness | Good health and positive well-being including physical, mental, and emotional health. |
Hospitality | Kindness in welcoming guests or strangers. |
Comfort Foods | Familiar foods that make people feel good. |
Stress Hormone | Hormones released by the body in times of stress. |
Palate | A person's ability to taste and judge food. |
Self-Esteem | The feeling that you are a worth-while, 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. |