Nutrition Education

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  1. 2. fat provides essential ________ (2 words) that we can't make ourselves
  2. 4. macronutrient that provides slow release energy for the body
  3. 5. deficiency of this micronutrient can lead to neural tube defects in unborn babies
  4. 9. helps the body absorb iron from plant-based sources
  5. 13. products with added nutrients are considered __________
  6. 15. most common deficiency
  7. 16. carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are considered _________
  8. 17. group of micronutrients know to help release energy from food
  9. 19. vitamins and minerals are examples of this type of nutrient
  10. 23. needed for absorption of calcium and phosphorus from foods to keep bones healthy
  11. 24. all macronutrients contain ________, which are required in different amounts for every person to function
  12. 25. all carbs convert into ______
  13. 26. macronutrient that provides quick release energy for the body
  14. 27. vitamin C deficiency
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  1. 1. vitamins D, E, A, and K
  2. 3. important for the formation and maintenance of strong bones and teeth
  3. 6. needed for normal blood clotting; can be found in green leafy vegetables
  4. 7. the body's primary fuel source
  5. 8. this macronutrient provides _________ (2 words) that are needed for growth, development, and repair of the body
  6. 10. all food has ________
  7. 11. important for the normal structure and function of the skin and body linings
  8. 12. Important for a healthy immune system, cell growth, and wound healing
  9. 13. necessary for the absorption of vitamins D, E, A, and K
  10. 14. important for GI function and regulating the body's use of sugars
  11. 18. found in red meat, dairy products, fish, poultry, bread, rice and oats
  12. 20. required for making red blood cells
  13. 21. helps regulate water content in the body and the balance of electrolytes
  14. 22. keeps the heartbeat steady, helps bones remain strong and maintain normal nerve and muscle function