DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: NUTRITION AND METABOLISM

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Across
  1. 1. the amount of energy the body uses at rest to carry out essential life activities
  2. 5. inflammation of the GI tract, may be due to contaminated or spicy foods
  3. 7. causes very slow metabolism and weight gain
  4. 11. breakdown of substances into smaller, simpler ones
  5. 13. Low body temperature for an extended period of time can lead to ice crystal formation in the extremities
  6. 14. inflammation of the appendix, is usually due to obstruction
  7. 15. buildup of substances into larger, more complex ones
Down
  1. 2. the energy released during food oxidation
  2. 3. term that includes all chemical reactions in the body
  3. 4. slows activity of the hypothalamus
  4. 6. causes excessive metabolism, causing the body to weaken because it produces too much energy
  5. 8. the major fuel for making ATP in most body cells
  6. 9. organic nutrients found in foods
  7. 10. come from eggs, meats, fish, meat products,
  8. 12. a food guide issued by the USDA showing food categories and healthy portion sizes