Explore Nutrition
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- 4. acid building blocks that make up protein
- 6. desire to eat
- 8. unit to measure energy used by body
- 10. small amounts needed for strong bones & teeth
- 11. physical need to eat
- 13. bones gradually lose mineral content
- 14. provide energy & essential fatty acids
- 15. nutrient that builds, repairs, & maintains body cells & tissues
- 16. substance in food that is necessary for body growth
- 17. body cannot control blood sugar properly
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- 1. substance needed in small quantities to regulate body functions
- 2. plant material that your body cannot digest
- 3. grain foods that contain the entire edible grain
- 5. reaching for your best level of health
- 7. mineral that helps regulate the amount of fluid in your body
- 8. waxy substance in saturated animal fats
- 9. starches & sugars that give the body energy
- 12. calories foods high in calories & low in nutrient