ObesityCondition of being overweight
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The state of being grossly fat or overweight
CarbohydratesComponents of food, such as sugar and starch, that are rich in energy
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Any of a large group of organic compounds occurring in foods and living tissues, including sugars, starch, and cellulose.
InsulinHormone that regulates blood sugar levels
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A hormone produced in the pancreas which regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
MetabolismProcess by which the body breaks down and utilizes food and nutrients
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The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
DietaryRelated to diet or food
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Of or relating to diet and nutrition.