Vitamins and Minerals Crossword

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  1. 2. The body stores fat-soluble vitamins in body fat and the _____
  2. 6. Minerals are “____ players”
  3. 9. _____ help protect your cells against damage that can lead to health issues, vitamins such as A, C and E act as this
  4. 10. Anemia is when the body can’t make enough _____ or red blood cells to carry oxygen
  5. 11. Vitamin C increases ______ to infections
  6. 13. Food sources such as dairy, fruits, vegetables and ____- grain products are all beneficial in obtaining essential minerals and vitamins for your body
  7. 14. Water soluble vitamins cannot be _____ in the body
  8. 15. ____ soluble vitamins include vitamins A,D,E and K
  9. 16. Vitamins are ____ nutrients
  10. 17. Thiamin helps in _____ production
  11. 19. Folic acid, vitamins B and C are _____ soluble
  12. 20. When your body lacks the essential minerals it needs, it extracts them from your _____
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  1. 1. Vitamins and minerals are _________ since they are only needed in small amounts
  2. 3. Helps red blood cells carry oxygen to all body cells
  3. 4. Zinc helps heal _____
  4. 5. ______ is stored in bones and teeth, this provides them strength and structure
  5. 7. Lack of Iron in your diet can lead to _____
  6. 8. A mineral that aids in maintaining normal nerve and muscle function
  7. 12. Hardens our teeth’s enamel, can be found in toothpaste and water
  8. 15. Helps build red blood cells
  9. 18. Dark ____ and leafy vegetables provide vitamin K