Across
- 3. the monomer of proteins
- 6. blocks arteries but is ok in moderation
- 8. the bad carbohydrates. They are digested quickly and enter the blood stream.
- 9. measurement of how much energy a food contains
- 10. has no calories and gives nutrients to the body
- 12. how fast the body can process energy
- 13. important for growing and keeps body strong
- 14. helps break down food and digests it better
- 16. lack of healthy blood cells
Down
- 1. Slower digesting and better for the body. Enters the blood stream slower.
- 2. the ability to maintain internal balance
- 4. third energy used by the body
- 5. second energy used by the body
- 6. first energy used by the body
- 7. great in moderation but raises blood pressure when the body gets too much
- 11. protects against free radicals.
- 15. essential to life and is required to function