Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle

These flashcards cover key concepts related to adopting a healthy lifestyle, focusing on body composition, nutrition, physical activity, and mental health.

Body Composition

The proportion of fat and non-fat mass in the body.

Energy Balance

The relationship between energy intake (food calories) and energy expenditure (calories burned).

BMI (Body Mass Index)

A measure to assess body weight relative to height; a BMI of 30 or greater is classified as obesity.

Nutrition

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Overweight

Having total body weight above the recommended range for good health.

Obesity

Excess of nonessential body fat, defined as having a BMI of 30 or greater.

Portion Sizes

The amount of food served or consumed at one time.

Genetic Factors

Inherited characteristics that may influence body fat levels.

Lifestyle Factors

Daily habits like eating and physical activity that affect body composition.

Coping Strategies

Methods used to deal with stressful situations and emotional challenges.

Self-Monitoring

Keeping track of personal progress and behaviors toward achieving health goals.

Negative Energy Balance

When the calories consumed are less than the calories burned.