Across
- 4. The natural substances found in fruits and vegetables that protect against disease.
- 7. The mineral that helps build strong bones and teeth
- 8. A diet that avoids all animal products
- 12. The part of the digestive system where most absorption occurs
- 13. The recommended daily intake of nutrients
- 15. The nutrient that keeps the body hydrated
- 18. Nutrients that provide the body with long-lasting energy
- 19. A vitamin found in citrus fruits that boosts immunity
- 21. The mineral needed for carrying oxygen in the blood
- 22. A unit of energy in food
- 23. Nutrients that promote growth, repair, and maintenance of tissues
- 24. The group of nutrients that includes fats and oils
Down
- 1. A condition caused by overeating and lack of exercise
- 2. The sugar found naturally in milk
- 3. The vitamin that helps the body absorb calcium
- 5. A carbohydrate that provides quick energy
- 6. A fat-soluble vitamin important for vision and immune health
- 9. The process of consuming food and drink
- 10. The percentage of your diet that should come from carbohydrates
- 11. The process of breaking down food for energy and nutrients
- 14. A condition caused by lack of iron in the diet
- 16. A substance that helps food move through the digestive system
- 17. Nutrients needed in small amounts for various bodily functions
- 20. A waxy substance found in animal products and the body
- 25. A condition caused by long-term deficiency of vitamin C