Psychology and Nutrition Vocabulary

A comprehensive set of English vocabulary terms related to nutrition, psychology, and well-being based on the lecture notes.

unavoidable

Incapable of being ignored or prevented; inevitable.

browse

To scan, look through, or scan something casually.

flick through

To look quickly through the pages of a book, magazine, or website.

zone out

To stop paying attention and lose concentration or focus.

chat away

To talk continuously in a friendly or informal manner.

talking point

A subject or topic that invites discussion or argument.

overweight

Above a weight considered normal, healthy, or desirable.

underweight

Below a weight considered normal, healthy, or desirable.

junk food

Food that has low nutritional value, typically high in fat, sugar, or salt.

processed food

Food that has been altered from its natural state, often for safety or convenience.

ought to

Used to indicate duty, correctness, or what is expected.

superfood

A nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being.

burning question

An urgent or important question that requires a fast answer.

fortunate

Being lucky or having good luck.

undoubtedly

Used to emphasize that something is definitely true or certain.

life-threatening

Capable of causing a person to die; extremely dangerous.

diet-related

Something that is connected to or caused by the food a person eats.

obesity

The state of being very fat in a way that is unhealthy.

affect

To produce a change or influence in something or someone.

mood

The way someone feels at a particular time.

flavour

The specific taste or aroma of a food or drink.

evoke

To bring a feeling, memory, or image into the mind.

conjure

To make something appear in the mind as if by magic.

depict

To represent or describe something in words or pictures.

powerful joy

An intense feeling of great happiness.

tea-soaked

Describing something that has been thoroughly wet or permeated with tea.

dispirited

Lacking in enthusiasm, spirit, or hope.

dreary

Dull, bleak, and lifeless; making someone feel sad.

prospect

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

depressing

Characterized by making someone feel very sad or without hope.

transport someone to

To make someone feel as if they are in a different place or time.

innocent youth

The period of being young and having little experience of the world's problems.

flavour appreciation

The act of recognizing and enjoying the specific tastes of food.

sense of smell

The biological ability to perceive odors and scents.

trigger

To cause a reaction, memory, or event to happen or exist.

emotional response

A reaction based on feelings rather than logic or reason.

associate with

To connect someone or something in your mind with another person or thing.

toothsome

Describing food that is attractive and pleasant to eat; tasty.

delectable

Extremely delicious or pleasing to the taste.

delicious

Having a very pleasant taste or smell.

universal route

A common or widely applicable way or method.

pleasure

A feeling of happy satisfaction and enjoyment.

neuroscience

The scientific study of the nervous system and the brain.

well-being

The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.

experimentation

The process of performing tests or trying new methods.

mechanics

The way in which a physical or social system works.

elusive

Difficult to find, catch, achieve, or define.

reward system

A group of neural structures in the brain responsible for positive reinforcement.

stimulate

To encourage something to grow, develop, or become more active.

desire

A strong feeling of wanting to have something or wishing for an event.

anticipation

The act of looking forward to or expecting a future event.

release hormones

The process of discharging chemical signaling molecules into the bloodstream.

sensation

A physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to the body.

fleeting

Lasting for a very short time; momentary.

overconsumption

The action of using or eating too much of something.

interfere with

To prevent a process or activity from continuing properly.

craving

A powerful and intense desire for something.

binge

A period of excessive indulgence, especially in eating or drinking.

feel guilty

To experience an unhappy feeling because you believe you did something wrong.

suspect

To have an idea or impression of the truth without certain proof.

attitude

A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something.

belief

An acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists.

consume

To eat, drink, or use up resources.

cognitive difficulties

Problems related to mental processes such as memory, attention, and thinking.

fatigue

Extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion.

anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about an uncertain outcome.

distress

Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.

contributor

A person or thing that helps to cause or bring about a particular result.

meaningfulness

The quality of being serious, important, or useful.

occupational therapy

Rehabilitation using productive activities to treat physical or mental illness.

consultant psychiatrist

A senior specialist doctor who treats mental health conditions.

precious

Of great value; safe and not to be wasted.

lie at the heart of

To be the most important or fundamental part of something.

relate

To understand or have a connection with someone or something.

life skill

A skill that is necessary or very useful for everyday life.

elemental

Primary or basic; relating to fundamental elements.

ingredient

A food or substance combined with others to make a dish.

combine flavours

To mix different tastes together to create a new culinary experience.

create a dish

To prepare or cook a specific portion or type of food.

health-giving

Promoting good health or having beneficial properties.

pleasurable

Providing enjoyment, satisfaction, or pleasure.

take the focus away from yourself

To shift attention from one's own problems to another task or thing.

tendency

An inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior.

nutritional

Relating to the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for growth.

psychological

Relating to the mental and emotional state of a person.

jackpot

A large prize or a major highlight of success.

home-prepared food

Meals that are made at home instead of being bought ready-made.

intense emotions

Very strong, deep, or powerful feelings.

consume food away from home

To eat meals at restaurants, cafes, or locations outside the house.

grow your own food

The practice of cultivating fruits, vegetables, or herbs for personal consumption.

established

Firmly fixed, recognized, or generally accepted as true.

sedentary

Involving much sitting and very little physical activity or exercise.

freshly harvested produce

Fruits or vegetables that have just been picked from a farm or garden.

potential

Showing the capacity to develop into something in the future.

enormous

Very large in size, quantity, importance, or extent.

home-cooked food

Food prepared at home using fresh or basic ingredients.

work with nature

To engage in activities like gardening in harmony with natural processes.

trigger memories

To cause past events or experiences to come back to the mind.

contribute to happiness

To act as a factor that helps increase joy or satisfaction.

cook the books

To dishonestly change official financial records or figures.