Across
- 2. diet Eating a variety of foods in the right proportions
- 3. Unit of energy provided by food
- 5. Simple carbohydrate that provides quick energy
- 7. Inorganic nutrient like calcium or iron that helps body functions
- 9. Mineral that helps control blood pressure and fluid balance
- 11. Nutrient that provides energy and supports cell function
- 12. Plant-based nutrient that aids digestion and prevents constipation
- 13. Main energy source found in foods like bread and pasta
- 14. Organic compound needed in small amounts for health
- 15. Mineral that helps carry oxygen in the blood
- 17. Substance in food that helps the body grow and stay healthy
- 18. The process of converting food into energy
Down
- 1. Mineral important for strong bones and teeth
- 4. Protein that speeds up chemical reactions in the body
- 6. Substance that protects cells from damage
- 7. Condition caused by lack of proper nutrients
- 8. Process of breaking down food into nutrients
- 10. Nutrient that builds and repairs body tissues
- 13. Fat-like substance found in blood; too much can harm the heart
- 16. Essential for hydration, digestion, and temperature regulation