Obesity And Weight Management Vocabulary

noun a type of body tissue composed of fat cells

adjective relating to or consisting of fat

• Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue that stores fat for insulation and energy.
• I need to cut back on my adipose intake if I want to lose weight.
• I swear, all that junk food goes straight to my adipose!
• His adipose personality made it hard for others to get close to him.

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 type of tissue in the body that stores fat for energy and insulation

adjective related to or containing fat

• Adipose tissue is also known as fat tissue.
• I need to cut down on my adipose tissue.
• I'm trying to lose some of this adipose.
• His adipose personality made it hard for others to connect with him.