Diet And Nutrition Terminology

noun a protruding abdomen that is typically attributed to excessive consumption of beer

• The doctor warned him about the health risks associated with his beerbelly.
• He needs to cut back on the beer if he wants to get rid of that beerbelly.
• His beerbelly is getting out of control, he really needs to hit the gym.
• His beerbelly symbolizes his love for indulgence and relaxation.

noun the act of abstaining from food or certain kinds of food, especially as a religious observance

• Fasting is a common practice in many religions for spiritual purification.
• I'm trying out intermittent fasting to see if it helps with my digestion.
• I'm on a fast to lose some weight before my vacation.
• She was fasting from social media to focus on her mental health.

noun a type of diet that emphasizes high fat and low carbohydrate intake

• The keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat eating plan designed to help with weight loss.
• I'm trying out the keto diet to see if it helps me shed some pounds.
• I heard keto is the way to go if you want to slim down fast.
• Going on a keto diet is like putting your body in fat-burning mode.

noun VLCD (Very Low Calorie Diet) is a type of diet that restricts calorie intake to a very low level, typically below 800 calories per day.

• Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD) is often recommended for obese individuals under medical supervision.
• My friend is trying out a VLCD to lose weight quickly.
• I heard VLCDs are all the rage for getting that summer body.
• Embarking on a VLCD is like hitting the reset button on your eating habits.

noun a day on which a person allows themselves to eat foods that are not typically allowed on a diet

• I allow myself a cheat day once a week to indulge in my favorite foods.
• I'm looking forward to my cheat day on Saturday so I can eat pizza and ice cream.
• I'm gonna go all out on my cheat day and have a burger and fries.
• For me, a cheat day is like a mental break from my strict diet routine.