Nutrition Crossword

1. the body’s main source of quick energy from foods like grains and fruits
4. a condition of consistently high blood pressure
7. all the chemical processes that keep the body functioning
8. a condition caused by not getting enough nutrients
10. a disorder combining binge eating, purging, and severe food restriction
11. having an excessive amount of body fat
12. the process of breaking food down into usable nutrients
15. a unit of energy that food provides to the body
17. a disease that causes bones to become weak and brittle
18. nutrients that store energy and help protect organs
19. diets high in fiber to improve digestion and heart health
20. mellitus a disease where the body cannot properly control blood sugar levels

2. the process of nutrients moving from the digestive system into the bloodstream
3. a condition where fatty deposits build up and narrow the arteries
5. an eating disorder marked by extreme food restriction and fear of weight gain
6. overall physical, mental, and social well-being
9. the number of calories your body needs to stay alive at rest
13. wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract
14. a fat-like substance needed by the body but harmful in excess
16. a calculation using height and weight to estimate body fat