WIC Crossword Puzzle National Nutrition Month 2026

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  1. 3. Macronutrient that is the body's primary source of energy and is found in foods like bread, beans and fruit.
  2. 5. Vitamin C rich vegetable, usually served mashed or fried.
  3. 7. Fruit rich in vitamin C that helped prevent scurvy in sailors.
  4. 9. Ancient grain from South America which is gluten-free and high in protein.
  5. 10. Type of fish known for being high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
  6. 12. It's recommended to fill ____% of your plate with fruits and vegetables.
  7. 15. When eaten fresh, it is a summer vegetable, but when dried out it becomes a grain.
  8. 16. First form of breastmilk, rich in protein, antibodies and antioxidants.
  9. 18. A unit of energy that measures how much energy food provides to the body.
  10. 20. Foods like berries, dark chocolate, beets and kale are rich in compounds called ______________.
  11. 21. B vitamin crucial for red blood cell formation.
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  1. 1. Drying plums for several days creates this food.
  2. 2. The first part of digestion starts in the _______.
  3. 4. Plant-based protein that originated from China and has all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein.
  4. 6. A way to dispose of food waste in an environmentally responsible manner.
  5. 8. Type of heart healthy fat found in avocados.
  6. 11. Graphic published by the USDA in 2011 to help individuals make a balanced meal.
  7. 13. This type of fat is banned in many countries due to health risks.
  8. 14. A good indicator of adequate hydration is the color of your ________.
  9. 17. A deck of cards is considered the serving size for this food in the protein group.
  10. 19. Eating vitamin A rich foods like carrots and sweet potatoes keep this organ healthy.