Nutrition Crossword

5. A unit of energy that is roughly four times smaller than a Calorie (9)
10. One of a few nutrients that contains no energy (5)
11. A ranking of carbohydrates based on the extent to which they raise blood sugar levels (9-5)
13. Fructose and Glucose are other names for ..... (5)
17. Complex Carbohydrates are processed in the body ...... than Simple Carbohydrates (6)
18. It is important to have a meal containing fat and ....... hours after an event to replenish the body. (7)

1. When reading food labels we want to look for foods that are high in (5)
2. The amount of water (L) that should be drank daily (3)
3. Organic substance found most abundantly in fresh fruit and vegetables (8)
4. Starches are also known as ...... Carbohydrates (7)
6. It is important to have a ........ meal 3-4 hours before an endurance event (5)
7. The mineral that is mainly sourced from milk, cheese and yoghurt (7)
8. Adolescents need five daily servings of this food group (10)
9. Having a regular negative energy balance will cause you to ..... weight (4)
12. RDI stand for Recommended ....... Intake (7)
14. Helps to keep the body warm and protect the vital organs (3)
15. All individuals should include a wide ....... of nutritious food in their diet (7)
16. The mineral needed for the production of Red Blood Cells (4)