Chapter 9 Nutrition

Substances in food that your body needs to function.

• nutrients

• nutrition

• protein

• carbohydrates

The process of taking in food and using it for energy, growth, and good health.

• nutrients

• nutrition

• fiber

• fats

The nutrient group used to build and repair cells.

• carbohydrates

• fats

• protein

• fiber

The starches and sugars found in food.

• nutrients

• fiber

• fats

• carbohydrates

Tough, stringy parts of raw fruits, raw vegetables, whole wheat, and other grains.

• fiber

• nutrition

• carbohydrates

• fats

Nutrients that promote normal growth, give you energy, and keep your skin healthy.

• protein

• fats

• carbohydrates

• fiber

The psychological desire for food.

• hunger

• empty-calorie foods

• appetite

• calories

The physical need for food.

• appetite

• calores

• MyPlate

• hunger

A unit of heat that measures the energy available in food.

• calories

• MyPlate

• empty-calorie foods

• sodium

A visual reminder to help consumers make healthier food choices.

• hunger

• MyPlate

• appetite

• sodium