VOCABULARY MASTERY

1. An abnormal rise in body temperature, often a sign of infection.
3. Capable of being transmitted from one person to another.
6. A carbohydrate compound often linked to metabolic disorders when consumed in excess.
8. Compounds that combat cellular oxidative stress.
9. The state of maintaining adequate fluid balance.
10. The process of regaining health and strength after illness.
11. The body’s biochemical process converting food to energy.
12. A state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged stress or overwork.
14. Indigestible plant material that aids digestive regulation.
16. A persistent state of heightened worry, often accompanied by physical symptoms like restlessness.

2. The process of stimulating immunity through the administration of a vaccine.
4. A global outbreak of a disease that affects multiple countries or continents.
5. The process of identifying a disease through examination and testing.
7. A nutritional deficiency resulting from insufficient intake of essential nutrients.
9. Practices that support cleanliness and prevent illness.
13. A condition characterized by excess body mass beyond the recommended healthy range.
15. The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.