Omega-3 fatty acids - Polyunsaturated fatty acids found in fish oil; may contribute to the reduction of coronary artery disease

Cellulose - indigestible carbohydrate; provides fiber in the diet

Insulin Resistance - A condition in which cells no longer respond well to insulin. As a result, the body secretes more insulin into the bloodstream in an effort to reduce blood glucose levels.

Balanced Diet - one that includes all the essential nutrients in appropriate amounts

Antioxidants - In the form of vitamin and mineral supplements, antioxidants help counteract the effects of free radicals on cells and repair cellular damage. Antioxidants protect cells by sacrificing electrons to prevent free radicals from stealing electrons from healthy cells.

Hypertension - higher than normal blood pressure

Glucagon - The hormone from the pancreas that causes the release of stored carbohydrate in the liver to restore blood glucose levels. Glucagon is a mobilization hormone.

Arachidonic Acid - An essential fatty acid that is the immediate precursor to "bad" eicosanoids found in fatty red meats, egg yokes, and organ meats.

BMI (Body Mass Index) - BMI is a tool for indicating weight status in adults.1 It is a measure of weight for height. For adults over 20 years old, BMI falls into one of the following categories:

Below 18.5 Underweight

18.5 - 24.9 Normal

25.0 - 29.9 Overweight

30.0 and Above Obese

Caffeine - stimulant in coffee, tea and many cola drinks

Cardiovascular - pertaining to the heart and the entire circulatory system

Complex Carbohydrates - Giant carbs that are usually found in the seeds/roots of plants. They are generally made up of long chains of glucose strung together. In other words, everything made of 3 or more sugars.