Word Play

Word Play

Use the following words to fill in the blanks in the sentences below. The definitions are given to help you decide. Answers are given at the end of the activity.

	Calories-(n) measurement of the amount of energy produced by food
	Cholesterol-(n) a substance found in foods that is manufactured in the liver and is only found in foods of animal origin
	Sodium-(n) a compound element commonly found in table salt
	Carbohydrates-(n) a group of foods that supplies energy to the body
	Protein-(n) a type of material that makes up the tissues in the body and is needed to help muscles recover from exercises.
	Polyunsaturated fat-(n) a type of fat with a long carbon chain; the best type of fat found in foods.
	Grains-(n) these foods are high in carbohydrates and low in fat: examples include breads, cereal, rice and pasta
	Nutrients-(n) a source of nourishment, especially a nourishing ingredient in a food.
	Minerals-(n) elements such as calcium, iron, potassium, sodium, or zinc, that is essential to the nutrition of humans, animals, a plants. They are found in some foods we eat. Others are gained from vitamins.
	Vitamins-(n) substances essential in small amounts for normal growth and activity of the body and obtained naturally from plant and animal foods.
	Fiber-(n) A compound that helps to keep the digestive system working properly. There are two types: water soluble and fat soluble. The body needs both types.
	Calcium -(n) The mineral that helps to keep bones strong; usually found in dairy products but also found in broccoli and other foods.

1. We should eat foods high in ________ to help repair damage or worn out tissues in our body.

2. It is important to eat a variety of foods so that our body gets all of the necessary ________ or nourishment.

3. Different foods contain different __________ that help our body to grow.

4. We get _______ from the grains group.

5. Too much _______ and ______ in our diet can cause our arteries to clog.

6. Without ______ our bones would break easily.

7. A balanced diet will have six servings from the ________ group.

8. Nutrition facts are normally based on a 2,000 ______ diet.

9. Food contain _________, which are essential to our health.

10. ______ give us energy and are found mainly in grains, fruits, and vegetables.

11. When talking about fat, it is best to eat __________ because it is easily broken down.

Answers to Word Play:

1. Protein

2. Nutrients

3. Vitamins

4. Fiber

5. Cholesterol

6. Calcium

7. Grains

8. Calorie

9. Minerals

10. Carbohydrates

11. Polyunsaturated Fat

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	Remember to eat sweets and fats sparingly and get most of your calorie requirement from the other food groups.


	Strive for 5 fruits and vegetables each day. Eat a variety of foods to make sure you get all the needed nutrients. Don't replace milk with soda. Soda is part of the sweets and fats section of the pyramid.

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