Nutrition Label

1. - a type of nutrient that you get from your diet
5. - elements on the earth and in foods that our bodies need to function and develop properly
6. - sugar molecules, one of the three nutrients found in food
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9. - process of breaking down food components like carbs , proteins , and fats into simpler forms.
11. Metabolism - a term that describes the role of genetically included metabolic change in causing a phenotype
12. fat - a fat not considered healthy because eating too much of it could lead to high blood cholesterol which leads to heart disease
14. vitamin - a pill, beverage or other substance that contains more then one vitamin
15. nutrients - vitamins and minerals that the body needs in small amounts
18. Enzymes - protein molecules that speed up the breakdown of food into building blocks
19. - a molecule made up of Amino acids,needed for the body to function properly

2. - the process of building up or repairing the body which requires energy from food
3. - the chemical reactions in the body's that change food into energy
4. - what you eat and drink, that can include many different types of diets, as in vegetarian diets , weight loss diets
7. - a carbohydrate found in plants that the body cant digest
10. - maintains a balance of body fluids, keeps muscles and nerves running smoothly, and helps certain organs work properly
11. - an essential mineral that helps promote stronger, healthier bones and cell tissue
13. food - a modified food that claims to improve health by providing essential nutrients and proteins
16. 3 - essential fatty acids that support immune function, cardiovascular health , and exercise performance
17. Fiber - helps with digestion and keeps you feeling full because it adds bulk to your diet and takes longer to digest