7th Grade Ch.15.1 Nutrients & Ch. 16.2 Dietary Guidelines Crossword

Complete proteins can be found in foods from __________ sources.
Some nutrients ___ ____ work unless another nutrient is present.
We need ______ __ in order for our bodies to absorb calcium.
_________ provide the body with most of its energy.
Unhealthy fats are _______ at room temperature, such as saturated fats.
________ works with sodium to help maintain fluid balance in body.
__________ causes exhaustion and weakness.
Nutritional _______ can cause fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and frequent colds.
The nutrient _______ regulates body temperature, moistens nasal passages and carries waste from the body.
Excessive body _____ increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory problems.
The American Heart Association bases its findings on ______ research.
Dietary Guidelines recommend ______ sodium intake and _____ potassium such as vine fruits.
Potassium helps counteract, or neutralize, sodium's effect on _____ ______.
______ ________ can improve the flavor of products and increase a product's shelf life.
The portion size for the amount of meat, poultry or fish we consume should be the size of a deck of _____ ______.
A food with high ______ ______ contains a lot of nutrients in relation to the number of calories.
A lack of ______ can cause a condition called anemia.
Limiting foods high in saturated fats, trans fat, and cholesterol will reduce the risk of ____ ______.