Oils - triglycerides which are liquid at room temperature. Oils
are frequently included in the generic classification of `fat`, despite the fact that, in terms of their chemical composition, fats are triglycerides that remain solid at room temperature.
Abs - this is the collective term used to describe the muscles on the front of the torso underneath the thorax. These muscles are part of the `core` and, if not in good shape, may be one of the factors causing aches and pains in the lower back.
Ultralente Insulin - a type of insulin that has long-term action compared to regular or intermediate-acting insulin compounds.
Cystitis - urinary bladder infection.
Malabsorption - impaired digestion of nourishing food ingredients in the alimentary canal. It may be caused by an adverse reaction to medication or a health condition or disease.
Prandial - describing meal-times: pre-pandial (before meals or meal-times) and post-prandial (following meals or mealtimes).
Deltoids - The triangular, 3-part muscles (front deltoid, side deltoid, and rear deltoid), which encase the shoulders. They allow moving the arms forward, backward, and out to the sides, and also turn them outward and inward.
Hyperosmolar Coma - a coma (state of deep unconsciousness) associated with excessive glucose (sugar) levels in the blood and needing immediate treatment. A person who suffers from this condition is typically older and feeble due to loss of body fluids and weight. The patient might or might not have a prior medical history that includes diabetes. Ketones (ketonic acids) are not present in the patient`s urine.
Atherosclerosis - also popularly known as arteriosclerosis that occurs when too much LDL (`bad` cholesterol) builds up in the blood and is deposited on the lining of the arteries.
Obese - refers to an individual who is dangerously overweight on account of an excessive and unhealthy amount of body fat. There are many methods to decide if a person is obese, though experts are of the opinion that a person`s BMI (body mass index) is the most authoritative estimate of the amount of fat in the body for adults as well as for children. Obese is usually indicated as having a body mass index in excess of 30. There could be exceptions. As an example, an athlete could have a higher than normal Body Mass Index but not be overweight.
Organic - in the sphere of farming, describes agricultural produce, which are grown using cultural, biological, and mechanical techniques before using synthetic, non-organic substances to control pests, better soil quality and / or enhance the processing of agricultural produce. The USDA is presently addressing the issue of organic produce, with official regulations to determine what products might be deemed organic.
Perceived Exertion - refers to the level of intensity people feel they are using during a workout or exercise, rather than actual heart rate.
Whole Grains - the entire kernel of grain, including the bran (external husk), germ (core that is packed with nutrients) and endosperm (starchy portion). The health benefit the body derives from whole grains includes the decreased risk of cardiovascular illness, which is the result of the synergetic combination of vitamins, minerals, fiber and phytochemicals (beneficial nutrients derived from plants) found in whole grains.
Nephropathy - any malfunctioning of the kidneys. Elevated levels of glucose in the blood over several years can damage the glomeruli (key functional units) of the kidneys. When the kidneys have been damaged, protein seeps out into the urine. Damaged kidneys are no longer able to remove excessive fluids and waste products from the blood.
Mono- and Di-Glycerides - emulsifying agents found in hydrogenated shortenings, margarine, cacao products and products such as cakes and bread. Typically extracted from soybean fat, these food additives keep food ingredients from separating.
Quadriceps - also called quads, the large group of 4 muscles on the anterior portion of the thigh. Quadriceps straighten the knee. Toning and strengthening this muscle group could help ward off knee injuries.
