Across
- 5. protein containing all nine essential amino acids.
- 8. inorganic element which aids the body in proper maintenance and functioning.
- 10. amino acids which cannot be manufactured by the body; ten for children and nine for adults.
- 15. calorie-free nutrients needed in small amounts by the body for proper functioning.
- 18. nutrient levels set for nutrients which lack evidence to develop an EAR or RDA based on the observed intake of the nutrient in healthy individuals.
- 20. essential nutrient containing nitrogen and composed of amino acids; enables the body to form muscle fibers and form enzymes to carry out numerous vital functions.
- 22. nutrient which must be consumed through food because the body cannot manufacture it at all or in adequate amounts for proper maintenance and functioning.
Down
- 1. proteins which can be paired in order to form a complete protein; categories include grains, legumes, nuts and seeds.
- 2. building blocks of proteins; organic compounds composed of varying chains of hydrogen, nitrogen, carbon and oxygen.
- 3. average daily level of intake for 98 percent of healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.
- 4. substance which contains carbon.
- 6. organic substances made by plants or animals which aid the body in maintenance and proper functioning.
- 7. substance which does not contain carbon.
- 9. essential nutrient which provides energy to the body, cushions vital organs and assists in a variety of body processes; can be waxy or oily.
- 11. essential nutrient in the form of sugar, starch or fiber; composed of carbon, oxygen and hydrogen; main source of energy for the body.
- 12. nutrient the body is able to manufacture in amounts adequate for proper maintenance and functioning.
- 13. process of providing the body with foods needed for proper growth, maintenance and development.
- 14. protein lacking one or more of the nine essential amino acids.
- 16. condition in which one is lacking a nutrient, preventing the body from performing necessary processes; can cause a variety of symptoms based on the specific deficiency.
- 17. proteins which act as catalysts in essential body processes.
- 19. consumption of a nutrient to the point the nutrient becomes poisonous and causes adverse effects.
- 21. compound needed for proper growth and development.