Nutrition crossword
Across
- 2. – The process of getting enough water to keep the body working properly.
- 4. – A condition that happens when a person does not get the right amount of nutrients.
- 6. Foods – Foods that have been changed from their natural state, often with added sugar, salt, or fat.
- 7. Diet – Eating a variety of foods from different food groups to get the nutrients your body needs.
- 8. Size – The recommended amount of food to eat at one time.
- 10. – Nutrients that provide energy and help the body absorb certain vitamins.
- 11. – A nutrient that helps build and repair muscles and body tissues.
- 14. – Nutrients found in foods like bread, pasta, fruit, and grains that provide the body with energy.
- 16. – Nutrients like calcium and iron that help build bones, teeth, and keep the body functioning.
- 17. – A mineral found in salt that helps control fluid balance but should be eaten in moderation.
- 18. – A fatty substance in the blood that the body needs in small amounts but too much can cause health problems.
Down
- 1. – Nutrients the body needs in small amounts to stay healthy and help the body work properly.
- 3. – A type of carbohydrate that provides quick energy but too much can be unhealthy.
- 5. – The process by which the body converts food into energy.
- 6. Size – The amount of food you actually choose to eat.
- 9. – A substance in food that the body needs for energy, growth, and health.
- 12. – The process of getting the food and nutrients your body needs to grow, stay healthy, and have energy.
- 13. Grains – Grains that contain all parts of the grain, providing more nutrients and fiber.
- 14. – A measure of how much energy food gives your body.
- 15. – A part of plant foods that helps digestion and keeps the digestive system healthy.