Nutrition Vocabulary

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  1. 3. nutrient that provides energy, insulation, protection, important for brain development and helps the body store vitamins.
  2. 5. energy source to fuel the body.
  3. 7. nutrient needed to build, repair, and maintain body tissues.
  4. 9. every body cell contains this nutrient; up to 60% of your body is made of this nutrient.
  5. 11. helps move food through the digestive system.
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  1. 1. Fat type of fat that comes from plant sources and is usually liquid at room temperature; healthy fat.
  2. 2. elements found in food that are used by the body; sodium, calcium, iron and potassium.
  3. 4. unit of energy produced by food and used by the body.
  4. 6. containing or made from milk.
  5. 8. Fat type of fat that comes from animal sources and is usually solid at room temperature.
  6. 10. nutrients that help the body use carbs, protein, and fat.