Healthy Eating

2. is a macronutrient that is essential to building and repairing muscle mass. (chicken, steak, legumes)
8. a macronutrient that is the main source of energy includes fibers, sugars, and starches (bread, fruit)
10. refers to vitamins and minerals
13. foods that are high in nutrients but low in calories. Contain vitamins, minerals, complex carbs, proteins and healthy fats.
14. eating several different foods from each of the food groups
15. is a diet that becomes popular for a short time, usually eliminates an essential food group
18. a type of food (fat, protein, carbohydrate) required in large amounts in the diet.
19. is the amount of energy released when your body breaks down
20. helps food move through the body and rid of waste. Found in whole wheat, fruits and vegetables.

1. product of a tree or plan contain seeds (apple, banana)
3. the science of food and the ways in which the body uses the foods you eat
4. are rich in many essential vitamins and minerals, in particular calcium. Made from milk (cheese, yogurt)
5. reference amounts of nutrients to consume or not to exceed each day.
6. a plant or part of a plant used as food (carrots, broccoli)
7. a mineral in foods that can increase health risks, also known as salt.
9. One that gives your body the nutrients it needs to function correctly
11. controlling or regulation of food intake. (Sugars, processed food, salt/sodium)
12. energy giving nutrients that are also the main form of energy storage in the body. (avocado, olive oil).
16. the typical food and drink consumed by a person
17. One way in which consumers can get knowledge about the food they consider buying (ingredients, calories, nutrition)