Nutrition

2. The primary function of __________ is to regulate various metabolic reactions.
4. A vitamin that can dissolve in fats and oils.
6. The primary function is to provide energy for the body.
9. A waxy, fat-like substance made by your liver.
11. These are found only in plants - especially vegetables, grains, and legumes.
12. Build and maintain bones and teeth, form enzymes and hormones, aid in muscle contractions, and regulate the body's water.
14. Provides essential fatty acids that your body needs.
16. 9 of these come through food.
17. Average daily level of intake sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement.
18. ________ is primarily in fruits, oats, and legumes.

1. Energy in foods is measured in units of heat called ____________.
3. Broken down quickly by the body to be used as energy. They are also found in processed and refined sugars such as candy, table sugar, syrups, and soft drinks.
5. A vitamin that can dissolve in water.
7. Proteins Combining plant foods that are low in amino acids with other plant foods that are high in amino acids to make _________.
8. These fats are liquid at room temperature. This fat is known as the better fat for you.
10. Found throughout the body: in muscle, bone, skin, hair, and tissue.
13. Help hold water in your lower intestines.
15. _________ fat is known to increase blood cholesterol. It typically sits solid at room temperature.