Nutrition

1. This helps with bone growth and is sometimes called an electrolyte.
5. The chemical process by which your body breaks down food to create energy.
11. A condition caused by losing more fluids than you take in, often leading to fatigue.
12. The state where the number of calories consumed is equal to the number of calories burned.
13. The amount of food a person chooses to eat, which may be different from the label's serving size.
14. Calories derived from food with many calories but little to no nutritional value (like soda).
15. A macronutrient that can be good or bad. An avocado is an example.
16. These are listed on a food label in descending order by weight.
17. A specific unit of measure used to determine the amount of energy available in food.
18. The simple sugar that results from carbohydrate digestion; it is the body's main fuel source.

1. The USDA visual guide that replaced the Food Pyramid to show balanced portions.
2. Foods that provide a high amount of vitamins and minerals compared to their calorie count.
3. The body's main source for energy.
4. An artificial fat created through hydrogenation; experts suggest avoiding these entirely.
6. A waxy, fat-like substance found only in animal products that can clog arteries.
7. The most essential nutrient, making up roughly 60%–70% of the human body.
8. This helps the body convert other nutrients into energy. Examples are A,B,C and D.
9. Known as "healthy fats," these are usually liquid at room temperature (like olive oil).
10. This builds muscles and help repair cells in the body.
19. A mineral found in salt; 8th graders are taught to limit this to prevent high blood pressure.