Nutrition

4. Important in blood clotting and bone health, Found in green vegetables like spinach, collards, and broccoli; brussels sprouts; cabbage
6. Inorganic elements
8. Strengthens bones because it helps the body absorb bone-building calcium. Body produces this from exposure to sunlight
10. Vital for building strong bones and teeth. Found in Milk and other dairy products
11. Helps with muscle and nervous system function. It also helps the body maintain the balance of water
12. Essential elements necessary for cell function to regulate the distribution of body fluids
13. Antioxidant that protects cells against damage, found in liver
15. Helps red blood cells carry oxygen to all parts of the body. Found in red meat, pork, fish and shellfish, poultry, lentils, beans and soy foods, green leafy vegetables

1. An energy yielding nutrient
2. Important in the metabolism of iron
3. Prevents eye problems, promotes a healthy immune system. Found in milk, eggs, liver, fortified cereals, darkly colored orange or green vegetables
5. Is formally defined as the amount of energy required to raise one cubic centimeter of water by one degree centigrade.
7. Fat or fatty acid in which there are no double bonds between the carbon atoms of the fatty acid chain.
9. A natural stimulant found in many common foods and beverages
13. Organic, essential nutrients
14. Important in the production of thyroid hormones