nutrition KS3

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  1. 3. Food group that includes bread, rice, and pasta
  2. 7. Process of turning food into energy in cells
  3. 8. Large biological molecules made up of amino acids
  4. 10. Energy in food is measured in these units
  5. 11. Nutrient important for muscle contractions and nerve function
  6. 12. The organ that produces bile
  7. 14. The sugar used by the body for energy
  8. 15. Nutrient important for energy and insulation
  9. 17. Mineral important for oxygen transport in blood
  10. 19. Another term for fats in the diet
  11. 22. Foods that help reduce the risk of constipation
  12. 25. Nutrient important for growth and repair of tissues
  13. 31. Lack of this nutrient can lead to anemia
  14. 32. Chemical used to test for starch in foods
  15. 33. The storage form of glucose in animals
  16. 34. A digestive enzyme that breaks down starch into sugars
  17. 35. A type of simple sugar found in fruits
  18. 37. The major organ of the digestive system
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  1. 1. A green pigment in plants that helps in photosynthesis
  2. 2. Another term for plant-based foods
  3. 4. Foods that are high in energy and provide quick energy release
  4. 5. The organ where most digestion and nutrient absorption occurs
  5. 6. The process by which the body breaks down food into absorbable nutrients
  6. 9. Nutrient deficiency disease caused by lack of vitamin C
  7. 13. Nutrients that do not provide energy but are vital for body functions
  8. 16. A mineral essential for strong bones and teeth
  9. 18. Foods that are rich in fiber and aid digestion
  10. 20. Process of absorbing water in the large intestine
  11. 21. Food component essential for hydration and body temperature regulation
  12. 23. Foods high in fats and sugars, eaten in small amounts
  13. 24. Process of removing waste from the body
  14. 26. The part of food that adds bulk and aids bowel movements
  15. 27. Fatty acid found in oily fish and flaxseeds, good for brain health
  16. 28. Proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body
  17. 29. Compound that aids the breakdown of fats
  18. 30. The smallest units of life that make up all living organisms
  19. 36. The nutrient group that includes starches and sugars