Across
- 2. found in foods such as oils, nuts, and meats that provide 9 calories per gram
- 5. helps keep the proper balance of body fluids and maintain the body's acid-base balance.
- 6. your body uses ____ to create hemoglobin and myoglobin
- 7. an element that supports bone growth
- 8. found in foods such as eggs, fish, and tofu that provide 4 calories per gram
- 9. is needed for the growth, maintenance, and repair of all tissues and cells, and for the production of DNA and RNA
- 10. is needed to make the thyroid hormones thyroxine and triiodothyronine
- 12. prevents tooth decay by making teeth stronger and more resistant to acid attacks.
Down
- 1. a nutrient regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure.
- 3. The human body requires a small amount of _______ to conduct nerve impulses, contract and relax muscles, and maintain the proper balance of water and minerals.
- 4. Your body uses ______ to carry out many important functions, including making energy, connective tissues, and blood vessels.
- 5. found in foods such as breads, pastas, and fruits that provide 4 calories per gram
- 11. is a major player in the creation of DNA, growth of cells, building proteins, healing damaged tissue, and supporting a healthy immune system.