Thanksgiving Science

2. an enzyme in saliva that helps to break down food
6. an amino acid in turkey that gets a bad reputation for making you sleepy
8. these pigments give cranberry sauce its color
9. a process where the turkey is put in salt water overnight to prevent it from drying out
10. a neurochemical that is boosted by eating tryptophan that puts you in a good mood

1. when baking soda is used in cooking it breaks down into this gas which causes your baked goods to rise (2 words)
3. cranberries contain these substances that protect your cells and can prevent heart disease, and cancer
4. this protein in muscles makes the difference between white and dark meat turkey
5. this reaction gives food its flavor and aroma when cooked
7. this compound makes pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and carrots orange