General Nutrition

2. An electrolyte important for muscle contractions
6. Half of your grains should be this
7. A broad name used to describe a variety of compounds produced by plants and found in fruits, vegetables, beans, and grains
8. The increase of metabolic rate after eating a meal (i.e. the calories your body needs to digest the food you ate)
9. This should make up less than 10% of our daily calorie intake
10. This substance assists in keeping your body at a normal temperature, cushioning your joints, and getting rid of bodily waste
12. Type of phytonutrient found in red/purple foods such as blueberries and blackberries
14. A unit of energy that we use to quantify food amounts
15. A seafood item that is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids
17. This common food combination makes a complete protein (Hint: think grain + plant protein)
19. This macronutrient is our body’s main fuel source and is stored in muscles and the liver
22. Vitamins and minerals belong to this category

1. Found in orange vegetables like carrots and leafy greens like kale with proposed benefits of increased bone health, skin health, and improved immune system
2. This macronutrient assists in gaining lean muscle mass and tissue repair
3. A type of fat most commonly found in olive oil, avocados, and almonds
4. A measurement that compares height against weight
5. A professional that is certified to provide nutrition advice and counseling
11. An electrolyte that is lost when you sweat but is also a part of salt
13. Bread, pasta, and rice belong to this food group
16. The recommendation for this is no more than 1 drink per day for women, and 2 drinks per day for men
18. Non-fortified food with the highest amount of iron
20. A substance that prevents cell damage by neutralizing free radicals in the body
21. This macronutrient provides the most calories per gram compared to other macronutrients and contributes to the mouthfeel of our food