Kayla Guerrero's Health Project Health Food Terms

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  1. 2. Food group that includes milk, cheese, and yogurt; a key source of calcium.
  2. 5. Energy-dense nutrients (lipids) that help the body store vitamins.
  3. 8. A food group that includes apples, oranges, and bananas.
  4. 9. Vital plant-based foods such as broccoli, carrots, and spinach.
  5. 11. Essential organic substances that regulate body chemistry and immunity.
  6. 12. The process by which your body takes in and uses food.
  7. 13. The units used to measure the energy provided by food.
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  1. 1. The body's primary source of fuel and energy.
  2. 3. Inorganic nutrients like calcium or iron that help regulate chemical reactions.
  3. 4. The food group containing bread, rice, and oats; high in fiber.
  4. 6. Often called the "building blocks" of the body; essential for muscle repair and growth.
  5. 7. General term for substances in food that provide energy and materials for growth.
  6. 10. An essential nutrient for hydration and vital body functions.