nutrient that supplies energy, maintains body temperature, protects nerves, forms cells.

Nutrient that occurs naturally in rocks and soil; needed only in small amounts.

nutrient that supplies energy for body functions, can be simple or complex.

nutrient that is important for the growth and repair of body tissues.

Food provides _______________________, which are substances that the body needs to regulate bodily functions, promote growth, repair body tissue, and obtain energy.

The amount of energy released from food is measured in units called __________________.

______________________ is a type of complex carbohydrate found in plants that cannot be digested by the body.

Vitamins called ______________________ help protect healthy cells from damage during aging.

Foods that are _________________ contain lots of vitamins and minerals relative to the number of calories.

True or false. A series of chemical reactions take place in cells release energy from nutrients.

True or false. All vitamins are soluble in water?

Potassium is one mineral that you need for water balance?

True or false. The Myplate plan is the same for people of all ages and activity levels.

Physical activity is a part of the MyPlate Plan?

A fat that is solid at room temperature and comes form animals is a ________________

The chemical process by which the body breaks down foods to release energy is called_____________________.

A fat that is liquid at room temperature and comes mainly from plants is called a _______________

Proteins are made form long chains of theses?

Which is NOT a tip to help you follow the dietary guidelines?