Nutrition Review
Across
- 2. 6 to 8 ounces per day
- 7. neurotransmitter that is responsible for positive feelings, increased release with sugar consumption
- 8. amino acids that help the body produce new cells
- 10. high-density lipoproteins that are "good" cholesterol
- 11. lipid manufactured by liver for production of bile, vitamin D and some hormones
- 12. inorganic substances that help body cells and tissues function
- 15. protects cells from damage by free radicals--an antioxidant
- 16. the number of teaspoons of added sugar per day allowed
- 17. 2 1/2 to 3 cups per day
- 18. a water-soluble antioxidant that helps improve immunity
- 19. 5 to 6 ounces per day
- 20. main source of energy
- 25. fat-like substances that are insoluble in water
- 26. helps blood coagulate
- 27. low-density lipoproteins that are "bad" cholesterol
- 29. stimulates kidneys to increase urine output to decrease water in the body
- 31. sugar from fruit
- 33. undigested substances that aid in digestion
- 35. number of teaspoons in a 16-ounce Coke
Down
- 1. sugar from milk
- 3. neutralize free radicals
- 4. organic substances needed to help cells and tissue function properly
- 5. amount of fat in a glass of skim milk
- 6. sugar from grain
- 9. sugar stored by the body
- 13. causes the same adverse effects as too much sugar
- 14. disease caused by lack of thiamine
- 15. minerals that become charged when dissolved in fluids; maintains body's water balance
- 21. needed for healthy skin and good vision
- 22. HPB, or high blood pressure, that is worsened by sodium
- 23. weakened bones caused by insufficient vitamin D
- 24. 3 cups per day
- 28. the "sunshine" vitamin that helps build strong bones
- 30. processed sugar
- 31. used to store energy, build cells, and distribute vitamins
- 32. 1 1/2 cups per day
- 34. helps provide energy