Fuel for the Body

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Across
  1. 2. The body’s “rest and digest” nerve that connects the gut and brain
  2. 4. The main organ that pumps oxygen-rich blood throughout the body
  3. 9. Essential mineral that supports nerve and muscle function, found in leafy greens
  4. 11. The process where the body recycles damaged cells
  5. 14. The “second brain” is often used to describe this organ system
  6. 15. Nutrients that neutralize free radicals
  7. 17. The “feel-good” neurotransmitter boosted by exercise
  8. 20. The study of how diet affects gene expression
  9. 25. This type of stress causes cellular damage and aging
  10. 26. The rhythmic cycle that regulates sleep and wakefulness
  11. 28. The main energy molecule for brain cells
  12. 29. Short-chain compounds produced by healthy gut bacteria
  13. 30. Inflammation is the body’s response to this type of damage or stress
  14. 31. Lifestyle factor that consolidates memory and clears toxins from the brain
  15. 32. The fat found in salmon and walnuts that boosts brain health
Down
  1. 1. A system responsible for circulating blood and nutrients
  2. 3. Major organ affected by the Mediterranean diet’s heart-protective effects
  3. 5. Poor diet and lack of sleep can reduce this vital cognitive ability
  4. 6. The body’s ability to form new neural connections
  5. 7. A term describing foods that come directly from nature, not a factory
  6. 8. The act of restricting food for certain hours or days to boost repair
  7. 10. The communication network between your digestive system and brain
  8. 12. Process by which the body breaks down food into nutrients
  9. 13. This vitamin is essential for mood regulation and sunlight exposure
  10. 16. The body's ability to maintain internal balance and stability despite external changes
  11. 18. The science of nutrients and how the body uses them
  12. 19. Excess sugar and processed fat can trigger this chronic condition
  13. 21. The gut is home to trillions of these living organisms
  14. 22. The neurotrophic factor responsible for brain growth and repair, short for brain-derived neurotrophic factor
  15. 23. The type of diet includes olive oil, fish, and whole grains
  16. 24. These types of foods are overly processed and high in additives
  17. 27. Meditation deep rest and balance of the mind and body