Across
- 3. the breakdown of food and the production of energy.
- 5. Living microorganisms that are beneficial to health when consumed in adequate amounts
- 6. provides energy to the body and is found in foods such as bread, pasta, and fruits
- 9. the body does not get the nutrients it needs to function properly
- 10. vitamins and minerals
- 11. the body does not get enough of a particular nutrient.
Down
- 1. body needs in small amounts to function properly, including vitamins A, C, and D
- 2. building strong bones and teeth, and maintaining fluid balance
- 4. carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
- 7. A unit of measurement for energy, typically used to describe the energy content of food.
- 8. important for building and repairing tissues in the body, and is found in foods such as meat, fish, and beans.