Health and Nutrition

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Across
  1. 3. – Main source of energy for the body.
  2. 6. – A fat-like substance found in blood that can affect heart health.
  3. 9. – A condition of having excessive body fat.
  4. 10. Control – Managing the amount of food eaten at one time.
  5. 11. – Organic compound needed in small amounts for body functions.
  6. 12. – Nutrient that helps with digestion and prevents constipation.
  7. 15. – The chemical processes that convert food into energy.
  8. 17. Diet – Eating the right amounts of all nutrients for health.
  9. 18. – Simple carbohydrate that provides quick energy.
Down
  1. 1. – Nutrient used to build muscles and repair tissues. (crosses with 1 Across)
  2. 2. Guidelines – Recommendations for healthy eating habits.
  3. 3. – Units of energy found in food.
  4. 4. – Mineral often consumed in excess from processed foods.
  5. 5. – Nutrient essential for building and repairing body tissues.
  6. 7. – Inorganic nutrient like calcium or iron that supports body health.
  7. 8. – The process of maintaining enough water in the body.
  8. 11. D – Helps the body absorb calcium for strong bones.
  9. 13. Grains – Foods that contain all parts of the grain kernel.
  10. 14. – Substances in food that the body needs to function properly.
  11. 16. – Nutrient that provides long-term energy and helps absorb vitamins.