Nutrition Crossword

A substance in foods that the body needs to regulate bodily functions, promote growth, repair body tissues, and obtain energy.
The chemical process by which the body breaks down food to release energy
Unit for the amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down.
A nutrient that supplies energy for your body's functions. Can be simple or complex.
sugars found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and milk.
starches found in rice, grains, seeds, and nuts.
the need for food.
the desire for food.
A type of complex carbohydrate that is found in plants and is necessary for the proper functioning of the digestive system.
A nutrient that supplies energy, forms cells, maintains body temperature, and protects nerves.
A liquid at room temperature; can prevent heart disease
A solid at room temperature; can lead to heart disease.
A waxy, fatlike substance that is found only in animal products.
needed for the growth and repair of body tissues.
contains all 9 of the essential amino acids.
lacking some essential amino acids.
the building blocks of protein.