Across
- 4. An essential mineral found in liver meat and seafood that acts as a cofactor in energy production and is involved in iron metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, angiogenesis, pigmentation, and immune system function.
- 7. A compound stored primarily in muscles which is often used by athletes to enhance performance.
- 8. It is necessary to get the same amount of this everyday when taking the medication Coumadin
- 9. A plant-based oil high in saturated fat used for benefits including skin health
- 10. Comes in many forms, used medically in prevention of seizures in patients with preeclampsia, supplementation often used for hypertension, CVD, T2DM, asthma, and pain
- 13. B vitamin that supports energy production; signs of deficiency can include cheilosis, stomatitis, glossitis, normocytic anemia, and corneal vascularization
- 15. Also known as snakeroot, this plant was used by some Native American tribes for a variety of illnesses and is now thought by some to improve menopausal symptoms.
- 16. An endogenous aminosugar that can also be taken orally to treat inflammation and cartilage degradation
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- 1. a seed husk used as a laxative and stool softener
- 2. A bright yellow substance that is a naturally occurring active compound in turmeric
- 3. A drink that originated in China and is made from the Camellia sinensis plant
- 5. An amino acid taken by some for performance enhancement with conflicting data, thought to increase blood flood and delivery to skeletal muscle, stimulate hGH production, and is involved in creatine production
- 6. Interacts with many different medications to weaken their effects or cause dangerous side effects
- 11. A neurohormone that is often used as a supplement for those with sleep disorders
- 12. A supplement containing two omega-3s called docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid
- 14. Claimed to support hair, skin, and nail growth
- 15. Important for pregnant people to get enough of this to prevent neural tube defects in their children