Healthy Eating Habits

noun a meal eaten in the morning, the first meal of the day

• It is important to start the day with a nutritious breakfast.
• I love having breakfast for dinner sometimes.
• Let's grab some brekkie before heading out.
• Having a good breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day.

verb to fill or pack tightly; to force into a small space

adjective packed tightly; filled to capacity

• The library was so crowded that all the study tables were crammed with students.
• I crammed all my clothes into my suitcase for the weekend trip.
• The party was so packed, we were all crammed in like sardines.
• Her mind was so crammed with information, she couldn't focus on one thing at a time.

noun a special course of food to which one restricts oneself, either to lose weight or for medical reasons

verb to restrict oneself to small amounts or special kinds of food in order to lose weight or for medical reasons

• It is important to maintain a balanced diet for optimal health.
• I'm trying to stick to a healthy diet to lose some weight.
• I'm on a strict diet to get in shape for summer.
• His diet of fast food and soda is not helping his energy levels.

noun a person who follows a diet that consists primarily of fruits

adjective relating to or characteristic of a fruitarian

• The fruitarian diet consists mainly of fruits, nuts, seeds, and other plant-based foods.
• My friend is a fruitarian and only eats fruits and nuts for every meal.
• I tried being a fruitarian for a week, but I missed eating other types of food too much.
• Her commitment to being a fruitarian is as strong as her dedication to living a healthy lifestyle.

noun a serving of food eaten at a specific time

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• The restaurant served a delicious three-course meal.
• Let's grab a quick meal before the movie starts.
• I'm craving some fast food for my next meal.
• Reading a good book is a mental meal for the soul.

noun a substance that provides nourishment and energy to sustain life

• Nutriment is essential for the growth and development of a healthy body.
• Make sure you're getting enough nutriment in your diet to stay healthy.
• I need to grab some quick nutriment before heading to the gym.
• Friendship is the nutriment of the soul.

adjective describes a person or animal that has been given too much food and is excessively full

• The doctor warned that the child was overfed and needed to follow a healthier diet.
• My cat looks so chubby because I think she's been overfed by my family.
• I feel so bloated and overfed after that huge meal.
• The market is overfed with new smartphone models, making it hard to choose the best one.

verb to allow oneself or someone else to have too much of something enjoyable, especially food or drink

• It is important to practice moderation and not overindulge in unhealthy foods.
• I always tend to overindulge in sweets during the holidays.
• I can't help but overindulge in junk food when I'm stressed.
• She tends to overindulge in gossip, spreading rumors without thinking of the consequences.

adjective describing a product or diet that does not contain gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye

• The restaurant offers a variety of gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions.
• I'm looking for a gluten-free snack to bring to the party.
• I only eat gluten-free stuff because it makes me feel better.
• Her gluten-free lifestyle is like a breath of fresh air in a world of processed foods.

noun a meal consumed early in the morning before fasting begins during Ramadan

• During Ramadan, Muslims wake up before dawn to have Suhoor, the pre-dawn meal before fasting begins.
• Hey, are you joining us for Suhoor tomorrow morning?
• Let's grab some late-night snacks for Suhoor.
• Suhoor is like fuel for the body to keep going throughout the day of fasting.

noun an extreme or irrational fear of vegetables

• Lachanophobia is a serious condition that can greatly impact a person's quality of life.
• I heard Sarah has lachanophobia, so she never eats vegetables.
• I can't stand broccoli either, it's like my own little lachanophobia.
• His fear of failure was like a deep-rooted lachanophobia, holding him back from pursuing his dreams.

verb To cook food by circulating hot air around it in a small amount of oil, creating a crispy texture similar to frying.

• Many health-conscious individuals prefer to air-fry their food instead of deep-frying it.
• I love how crispy and delicious food turns out when I air-fry it.
• I'm gonna air-fry some chicken wings for dinner tonight.
• She knew she had to air-fry her thoughts before speaking in the meeting.

adjective relating to or promoting obesity

• The neighborhood was deemed obesogenic due to its lack of parks and healthy food options.
• I think the school cafeteria's menu is pretty obesogenic, don't you?
• Man, that fast food joint is straight up obesogenic.
• Her sedentary lifestyle and junk food habits created an obesogenic environment within her own body.

noun a type of diet where only fruits are consumed for a period of time

• The doctor recommended a fruit fast to cleanse the body of toxins.
• I'm trying out this new fruit fast diet to see if it helps with my energy levels.
• I'm on a fruit fast this week to detox after all the junk food I ate.
• She went on a social media fruit fast to focus on more meaningful activities.

noun fasting - the act of abstaining from food or certain types of food for a period of time, often for religious or health reasons

• Some people choose to engage in fruit fasting as a way to cleanse their bodies and reset their digestive systems.
• My friend swears by fruit fasting for a quick way to lose a few pounds before a big event.
• I'm thinking of trying out fruit fasting to see if it helps with my bloating issues.
• Embarking on a fruit fasting journey can be a refreshing experience for both the body and mind.

noun a medical term referring to the region of the body between the chest and pelvis, which contains the stomach, liver, intestines, and other organs

• The surgeon carefully examined the patient's abdomen for any signs of internal bleeding.
• I've been doing some exercises to tone my abs.
• I got punched in the gut and it really hurt my abdominals.
• His love for her was like a weight in his abdomen, heavy and unshakeable.

noun the quality of being abstemious, or characterized by self-discipline in eating and drinking

• His abstemiousness in regards to alcohol consumption was well known among his colleagues.
• She was known for her abstemiousness when it came to desserts.
• I can't believe his level of abstemiousness at the buffet last night.
• The abstemiousness of the artist's brush strokes created a sense of minimalism in the painting.