Across
- 4. acids Fats are broken down into this
- 7. Carbohydrates are broken down into this
- 8. Sugar found in fruits
- 10. One of the major types of nutrients. Helps regulate vital body processes, and aids other nutrients
- 12. acids Proteins are broken down into this
- 14. Fats that raise the level of HDL and lower LDL
- 15. One of the major types of nutrients. Helps build, repair, and maintain body tissues
- 17. Fats that raise the level of LDL ("bad") cholesterol
- 18. Type of fibre that will not dissolve in water
- 19. One of the major types of nutrients. Helps the body work properly, sometimes becomes part of body tissues
- 21. Sugar found in milk products
- 22. Type of carbohydrate, also known as "sugars"
Down
- 1. soluble Vitamins that dissolve in fats and oils
- 2. One of the major types of nutrients. The body's main source of energy
- 3. One of the major types of nutrients. Makes up most of body weight
- 5. Fats that seem to help lower cholesterol levels
- 6. Type of carbohydrate that has 2 subcategories, starches and dietary fibre
- 9. Substance that helps your body to digest and absorb fats
- 11. Process that occurs after digestion where nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream
- 13. Dietary Reference Intakes
- 16. Fats that are _____ at room temperature are made up mainly of saturated fatty acids
- 19. Sugar found in grain products
- 20. Type of fibre that dissolves in water