Nutrition crossword

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  1. 5. Has a great source of potassium, vitamin and magnesium, they also provide antioxidants and are a good source of resistant starch and pectin
  2. 8. fat A bad cholesterol found in butter, cheese, red meat and other animal products and can cause a higher risk of heart disease
  3. 9. It provides the body with its main source of energy by being broken down into glucose
  4. 11. Vitamins and minerals required in small amounts for the body's functions and overall health, including growth, development, and disease prevention
  5. 13. Food that your body needs to develop and function normally, they are vital for many bodily functions
  6. 14. The total food someone consumes, often a specific plan for health, weight or management
  7. 16. It is mostly made up of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. They are essential nutrients you need and support energy, growth and bodily functions
  8. 18. Essential for building strong bones and teeth, for nerve and muscle functioning, this can be found in dairy products like milk, leafy green vegetables and more
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  1. 1. Food that is extremely nutritious and healthy for the body, rich in nutrients like vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, antioxidants and more
  2. 2. Also known as lipids, provide the body with energy, help build cell membranes, synthesize hormones and absorb fat soluble vitamins
  3. 3. A unit of energy found in food, it is required to fuel your body’s functions and activities
  4. 4. The most essential nutrient a human body needs, it supports growth, health and normal bodily functions
  5. 6. Compounds that prevent the cells from damage of radicals
  6. 7. A macronutrient essential for life, made of amino acids which are the main building blocks of the body’s cells
  7. 9. It is a substance in your blood that you need to build healthy cells, produce hormones and digest food
  8. 10. An essential nutrient that the body needs in small amounts to perform natural growth and metabolic functions
  9. 12. It occurs when your body doesn’t have enough fluid to function properly, some symptoms are thirst, dry mouth, dizziness and more
  10. 15. This is a vital mineral found in both plant and animal food, they are found best in red meat, poultry, seafood, legumes, nuts and seeds
  11. 16. They convert food into energy, allowing you to grow, think and move
  12. 17. A food that is a great replacement for meat for vegans and is a good source of protein, it is made with soybeans