Across
- 2. A hormone released by the pancreas that helps regulate blood sugar levels.
- 3. A type of sugar that cells use for energy.
- 5. The state of having enough water for the body to function properly.
- 7. An organ that helps with digestion by releasing enzymes and controlling blood sugar.
- 13. A digestive fluid that helps the body process and absorb dietary fats.
- 14. A diet that excludes meat but may still include dairy, eggs, and other animal products.
- 16. The ____ intestine absorbs water and prepares waste for removal.
- 17. The ____ fat is an unhealthy artificial fat used in processed and fried foods.
- 24. The process of breaking food into smaller parts so the body can absorb it.
- 25. A muscular sac that churns food and uses acid to break it down further.
- 26. The ____ fat is a healthier type of fat found in plant-based foods and fish.
- 28. A large organ that detoxifies substances and makes bile for digestion.
- 29. The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.
- 32. A unit that measures the amount of energy food provides when consumed.
- 33. The ____ diet is a short-lived, trendy eating plan that may not be scientifically supported.
- 34. The entry point of the digestive system where food is chewed and mixed with saliva.
Down
- 1. A natural substance, such as iron or calcium, that plays a key role in health.
- 4. A thick, partially digested mixture that leaves the stomach and enters the intestines.
- 6. A small pouch that holds bile until it is needed for fat digestion.
- 8. The ____ acids are the essential parts of proteins that help with body growth and repair.
- 9. A strict plant-based diet that avoids all foods derived from animals.
- 10. A low-carb diet that forces the body to burn fat for energy instead of carbohydrates.
- 11. A type of nutrient that supplies quick energy and is found in grains, fruits, and sugars.
- 12. A substance that speeds up chemical reactions, such as food breakdown.
- 13. The Body Mass Index, aka ____, is a medical screening tool that measures the ratio of your height to your weight to estimate the amount of body fat you have.
- 15. The set of processes that turn food into energy and other essential substances.
- 18. A key nutrient that helps build muscles, repair tissue, and create enzymes.
- 19. The ____ rate measures how fast the body burns calories at rest.
- 20. A health condition where excess fat accumulation increases the risk of diseases.
- 21. A plant-based substance that aids digestion and helps regulate bowel movements.
- 22. The ____ food is highly processed, often high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats.
- 23. A macronutrient that provides long-term energy and supports cell function.
- 25. The ____ intestine is responsible for extracting nutrients from digested food.
- 27. The ____ fat is commonly found in meat and dairy and can raise cholesterol levels.
- 30. A tube that uses muscle movements to transport food from the throat to the stomach.
- 31. A fat-like substance in the blood that is essential but can be harmful in excess.