15. Food and diet

These flashcards cover vocabulary related to genetically modified foods, nutrition, and health impacts.

genetically modified foods (GM foods)

Foods that have been altered through genetic engineering.

vitamins and minerals

Essential nutrients needed for bodily functions.

to be grown by traditional methods

To cultivate crops using conventional farming techniques.

have a long shelf life

Foods that remain safe to eat for an extended period.

a higher resistance to …

An increased ability to withstand disease or pests.

food poisoning

Illness caused by consuming contaminated food.

contaminated food

Food that has been tainted by pathogens or harmful substances.

to be at risk of …

To have a higher likelihood of experiencing some negative outcome.

resistant to …

The ability to repel or withstand disease or substances.

weed

Unwanted plants that grow in agricultural settings.

pest

Insects or animals that harm crops.

unnecessary food choices

Options for food that are not essential for health.

eliminate something

To completely remove or get rid of something.

trigger allergic reactions

To provoke an immune response in sensitive individuals.

chemical substances

Compounds created through chemical processes.

preservative

A substance used to preserve food and prevent spoilage.

strictly regulate …

To impose rigorous rules and constraints on something.

processed food

Food that has been altered in some way during preparation.

to be appropriately used

To be utilized in a suitable or correct manner.

genetic engineering

The manipulation of an organism's genetic material.

cause allergic reactions

To lead to an adverse immune response.

to be safe for human consumption

To be regarded as fit for people to eat.

have long-term health effects

To produce health consequences that endure over time.

fatal health problems

Serious health issues that can result in death.

food production

The process of creating food through agriculture.

experienced scientists and experts

Professionals with substantial knowledge and skill in a particular area.

climate change

Long-term alterations in temperature and weather patterns.

food shortages

A lack of available food supply.

the agricultural sector (= agriculture)

The economic sector involved in farming and food production.

malnutrition

A condition resulting from an unbalanced diet.

the digestive system

The system responsible for breaking down food in the body.

cause damage to …

To inflict harm or injury on something.

a home-cooked meal

Food that is prepared and cooked at home.

a fast food meal

Quickly prepared food often served in a ready-to-eat format.

implement higher taxation levies on …

To introduce increased taxes on certain items.

locally produced foods

Food that is grown or manufactured in the area where it is sold.

imported foods

Food brought in from another country.

a plant-based diet

A diet that primarily consists of plant foods.

potential health issues

Possible medical problems that may arise.

diabetes

A metabolic disease characterized by high blood sugar levels.

eating disorders

Psychological conditions that affect eating behaviors.

cause serious damage to …

To lead to significant harm or injury.

vital organs

Essential organs necessary for survival.

dairy products

Foods made from milk.

saturated fat

A type of fat that is solid at room temperature.

to be detrimental to (= to be harmful to)

To have a negative effect on something.

meat-based diets

Diets that consist mainly of meat.

vegetarian

A person who does not eat meat.

be addicted to food

To have a compulsive craving for food.

drug addicts

Individuals who are dependent on illegal substances.

struggle to do something

To find it challenging to accomplish a task.

fast food chains

Restaurants that serve quickly prepared food.

the growing popularity of …

An increasing trend in the acceptance or use of something.