Nutrition
Across
- 1. this type of vegetarian does not eat any animal products or use them.
- 3. this type of vegetarian refrains from all animal products except dairy.
- 8. substances the body needs to function properly.
- 10. this inorganic nutrient is required by the body in small amounts; phosphorous is an example.
- 11. these types of carbohydrates are more difficult for the body to break down; examples include bread and potatoes.
- 13. this disorder is when the body doesn't get enough iron in the blood.
- 16. this type of fat is generally liquid in the refrigerator.
- 17. this type of carbohydrate is indigestible and assists in digestion.
- 19. this liquid nutrient is the most essential nutrient that the body needs.
- 20. this disease is a condition in which the body has difficulty controlling blood sugar levels.
Down
- 1. this organic nutrient is required by the body in small amounts; B 12 is an example.
- 2. another word for blood sugar.
- 4. this macronutrient is responsible for the building of muscles and bones.
- 5. these nutrients help protect the body from free radicals.
- 6. these type of carbohydrates are when fiber and vitamins are removed; examples are white rice and white bread.
- 7. these are the building blocks of protein.
- 9. these plant-based nutrients help protect the body from chronic diseases.
- 12. these types of carbohydrates are easy for the body to digest; examples include table sugar and fruit.
- 14. this macronutrient is an energy source that consists of sugars.
- 15. the science of food and how the body uses it.
- 18. this is an energy unit by which food is measured.