Across
- 5. Mineral that helps keep bones strong and reduces fracture risk.
- 8. The desire to eat food. This may decrease with aging.
- 9. Ability to control body movements smoothly.
- 11. Important nutrient that helps maintain and build muscles.
- 12. The process the body uses to break down food so nutrients can be absorbed.
Down
- 1. Age-related loss of muscle mass and strength.
- 2. Vitamin important for nerve health and preventing certain types of anemia.
- 3. A health condition that occurs when the body does not get enough nutrients from food.
- 4. Drinking enough fluids helps prevent dizziness and weakness.
- 6. Good fluid intake helps improve this and reduce risk of falls.
- 7. Mineral that helps carry oxygen in the blood.
- 10. Vitamin that helps the body absorb calcium.