Across
- 1. A macronutrient important for energy, often found in bread and pasta.
- 3. A common sweetener found in many processed foods.
- 6. The body's ability to use oxygen during exercise.
- 9. A fatty acid found in olive oil and avocados.
- 10. A source of complete protein, often used in vegetarian diets.
- 11. The process of breaking down food in the body.
- 15. A mineral often added to table salt.
- 17. The unit of measurement for energy in food.
- 19. A vitamin important for vision and found in carrots.
- 20. The long-term eating pattern that promotes health.
Down
- 2. The term for the body's energy expenditure at rest.
- 4. A mineral crucial for strong bones and teeth.
- 5. The main sugar found in milk.
- 7. The pigment responsible for the color in fruits and vegetables.
- 8. A common protein source from cows.
- 12. A mineral found in leafy greens and important for blood health.
- 13. A source of dietary fiber, often eaten at breakfast.
- 14. The recommended daily intake of nutrients.
- 16. A nutrient important for brain function, found in fish.
- 18. A nutrient necessary for proper blood clotting.