Nutrition Crossword

2. The process of breaking larger molecules into smaller ones, releasing energy
5. The enzyme in the stomach that digests proteins
8. The pathology that describes the narrowing of arteries, strongly linked to poor diet choices
12. The absence of a menstrual cycle/period, which can be caused by under fueling with food, hormonal changes, stress and/or excessive exercise
14. The indigestible complex carbohydrate that is found in plants, which adds bulk to stool, regulates blood sugar levels and nourishes gut bacteria
15. An infection caused by eating raw or undercooked meat
16. A state of high blood glucose levels, experienced in uncontrolled diabetes

1. The unit of energy used to describe energy obtained from foods
3. Another word for vegetable
4. A tissue flap that covers the larynx, which helps direct food into the oesophagus
6. A substance added to foods to extend their shelf-life
7. The macronutrient that is mainly absorbed in the small intestine
9. A person who can provide nutritional guidance to others, however cannot treat chronic conditions
10. Amount of food from a food group outlined by the Australian Dietary Guidelines
11. A type of diet that omits all animal products including milk, eggs and cheese
13. A process involving heating of milk to destroy microorganisms
17. A compound in food that can neutralise free radicals