Diverticulosis - intestinal disorder characterized by little pockets forming in the sides of the intestines;
Hypertension - higher than normal blood pressure
Mono-Unsaturated Fat - the healthiest fats, are produced by plants. With a lower amount of hydrogen atoms, they tend to be liquid at room temperature.
Caloric Density - energy value; number of kcals in a food
Saturated Fats - Unhealthy fats found in most animal products and tropical oils. With a high proportion of hydrogen atoms, they are solid at room temperature and are converted to cholesterol in the body.
Diabetes mellitus - Chronic disease in which the body lacks the normal ability to metabolize glucose
Fiber - indigestible, edible parts of plants
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