Nutrition Label Vocabulary
Across
- 1. Fat – A type of fat that can raise cholesterol levels; found in butter, cheese, and red meat.
- 4. Fat – The total amount of fat in a serving, including saturated and unsaturated fats.
- 7. D – A vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium for strong bones.
- 10. – Nutrient that helps build and repair muscles and tissues.
- 11. – A fat-like substance in foods that can affect heart health.
- 12. – Natural or added sweeteners in food.
- 13. Fiber – The part of food that helps with digestion; found in fruits, vegetables, and grains.
Down
- 2. Carbohydrates – The total amount of carbs in a serving, including fiber and sugars.
- 3. Size – The amount of food the nutrition label information is based on.
- 4. Fat – Unhealthy fat often found in processed foods; can increase the risk of heart disease.
- 5. Sugars – Sugars that are added during processing, not naturally found in the food.
- 6. – A mineral that helps build and maintain strong bones and teeth.
- 8. – A mineral that helps carry oxygen in the blood.
- 9. – A measure of the energy provided by a serving of food.
- 12. – The amount of salt in a serving; too much can increase blood pressure.