You Are What You Eat!
Macronutrients
Definition: The main nutrients your body needs: are proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.
Example Sentence: “Macronutrients are the VIPs of your diet.”
Micronutrients
Definition: Essential vitamins and minerals.
Example Sentence: “Micronutrients are the supporting actors that deserve an Oscar.”
Caloric Deficit
Definition: Consuming fewer calories than your body needs, leading to weight loss.
Example Sentence: “A caloric deficit is like budgeting, but for your waistline.”
Caloric Surplus
Definition: Consuming more calories than your body needs, leading to weight gain.
Example Sentence: “A caloric surplus is the after-party where everyone’s invited, even the extra pounds.”
Protein Shake
Definition: A drink made of protein powder and liquid, consumed for muscle recovery.
Example Sentence: “A protein shake is the adult version of a chocolate milkshake.”
Meal Prep
Definition: Preparing meals in advance to aid in dietary planning.
Example Sentence: “Meal prep is the Netflix binge-watching of cooking.”
Superfood
Definition: Foods rich in nutrients and antioxidants.
Example Sentence: “Superfoods are the superheroes of the food world, minus the capes.”
Organic
Definition: Foods produced without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.
Example Sentence: “Organic foods are like the VIP lounge of the supermarket.”
Gluten-Free
Definition: Foods that do not contain the protein gluten.
Example Sentence: “Gluten-free is the food world’s version of a no-strings-attached relationship.”
Vegan
Definition: A diet that excludes all animal products.
Example Sentence: “Veganism is like a playlist with no animal tracks.”
