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The grunion is a type of fish that swims ashore right after the highest spring tides to lay eggs beneath the sand.
Anorexia Nervosa
An eating disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of body weight.
Body Mass Index
A numerical computation representing an individual's body weight in relation to their height, used to categorize underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obesity.
Set Point
Refers to a theory suggesting that the body regulates its weight and energy balance around an internally predefined or "set" point.
Weight Control
The process of adopting lifestyle habits and making dietary choices to maintain a healthy body weight and minimize the risk of obesity-related health problems.
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