nutrient exam crossword

6. nutrients that help your body stay healthy and are found in fruits and vegetables.
7. substances in food that provide energy or help with body processes and growth.
8. type of carbohydrate,vegetables,and legumes.
10. sugars added during the processing of food
12. the process by which your body converts food into energy.
13. a nutrient found in foods like beans, meats, and nuts that helps build and repair tissues.
16. foods that have nutrients added back after processing, such as added vitamins or minerals.
17. categories of food that provide different nutrients.
18. a type of fat found in processed foods that can raise bad cholesterol levels.
20. a mineral found in salt.
21. foods that provide energy but little to no nutritional value, like sugary snacks.

1. a waxy fat like substance; too much can lead to heart disease.
2. a unit of measurement of energy we get from food.
3. a type of fat found in plant based oils, nuts.
4. a visual guide that shows how to balance different food groups for a healthy diet.
5. carbohydrates that are quickly broken down into sugar for energy.
9. nutrients the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.
11. a type of carbohydrate that can help with digestion and is found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
14. a nutrient essential for hydration.
15. foods that have extra nutrients added that were not originally present.
19. nutrients like calcium and iron.