Nutrition Basics

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Across
  1. 3. lack one or more essential amino acids
  2. 7. nutrients that contain nitrogen as well as carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
  3. 9. a waxy, fatlike substance that is found only in animal products
  4. 10. type of vitamins can be stored in the body to be used later
  5. 13. usually liquid at room temperature
  6. 15. One of the 6 classes of nutrients
Down
  1. 1. contains all nine essential amino acids in the proportions needed by your body
  2. 2. smaller substances that are bound together chemically
  3. 4. nine amino acids that the body cannot manufactured
  4. 5. The chemical process by which you body breaks down food to release this energy
  5. 6. The units used to measure the amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down.
  6. 8. made when manufacturers add hydrogen to the fat molecules in vegetable oils
  7. 11. helps prevent constipation, can reduce the risk of colon cancer, and can help prevent heart disease.
  8. 12. They supply your body with energy, form your cells, maintain body temperature, and protect your nerves.
  9. 14. usually solid at room temperature