Nutrition

2. sodium, needed by the body in small amounts
3. mineral that helps control fluid balance
5. a mineral needed for strong bones and muscle contraction
6. these types of fats raise blood cholesterol levels and are therefore linked to heart disease.
10. a macronutrient that provides us with energy
12. major component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from your lungs to all parts of the body
13. - essential nutrients providing hundreds of roles in the body
14. body mass _______ : calculated by dividing an individual’s weight by the square of their height

1. measured in units, can affect sleep and mood
4. an adverse reaction to certain foods
7. found in many other products such as cocoa, baking chocolate and cola, helps ward off tiredness
8. high levels of this are associated with increased risk of heart disease and stroke
9. a unit of measurement for the amount of energy our body can get from food
11. help the body and immune system to function