Across
- 2. Refers to the body's defense system that protects against infections and diseases.
- 5. The process by which the body converts food into energy to maintain life and carry out daily activities.
- 8. A fatty substance found in the blood and body cells that is needed to make hormones and build cell membranes. Too much LDL (bad) cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease.
- 9. A feeling of worry, fear, or nervousness that may occur in response to stress or uncertainty.
- 10. Relating to the heart and blood vessels, which work together to circulate blood throughout the body.
Down
- 1. A mental health condition that causes persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and changes in sleep, appetite, or energy.
- 3. The ability of muscles to produce force and perform physical activities.
- 4. The movement of blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products.
- 6. Chemicals produced by the brain that help reduce pain and improve mood.
- 7. The way a person thinks and feels about their own worth, abilities, and value.