Principles of Nutrition Crossword Puzzle

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Malnutrition : It indicates a state of imbalance in nutrient intake, leading to adverse effects on health and well-being.
Elements : Refer to essential minerals required by the body for various physiological functions. examples include calcium, iron, zinc, and iodine.
Nutritional Status : Is an assessment of an individual's overall health in terms of their nutrition.
Diet : Refers to the habitual pattern of food and beverage consumption of an individual or a group.
Nutrient Dense Foods : Are those that provide a high concentration of essential nutrients relative to their calorie content. these foods are rich in vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds, promoting optimal health.
Nutritive Value : Refers to the content of essential nutrients (such as vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates) in a food item. it indicates the potential of a food to provide nourishment to the body.
Digestion : Is the process by which food is broken down into smaller, absorbable components by mechanical and chemical means. this process occurs in the digestive system, leading to the release of nutrients for absorption.
Cellulose : Is a complex carbohydrate found in the cell walls of plants. while humans cannot digest it, it is an essential component of dietary fiber, contributing to digestive health and providing bulk to the diet.
Nutrition : Is the science that studies the interactions between living organisms and the substances they consume for sustenance.
Under Nutrition : Occurs when an individual does not receive adequate nutrients, leading to deficiencies and impaired health. this can manifest as conditions like stunting, wasting, and deficiencies in essential vitamins and minerals.
Over Nutrition : Refers to the excessive intake of nutrients, especially calories, leading to an imbalance in the body's energy requirements. it can result in conditions such as obesity and related health issues.
Kilo Calorie : Are the standard unit for measuring the energy content of food. it is equal to 1,000 calories. the term "calorie" used on food labels is often referring to it.
Kilojoule : Is another unit of energy used in the international system of units (si). they are commonly used in countries that follow the metric system.

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malnutrition : it indicates a state of imbalance in nutrient intake, leading to adverse effects on health and well-being.
elements : refer to essential minerals required by the body for various physiological functions. examples include calcium, iron, zinc, and iodine.
nutritional status : is an assessment of an individual's overall health in terms of their nutrition.
diet : refers to the habitual pattern of food and beverage consumption of an individual or a group.
nutrient dense foods : are those that provide a high concentration of essential nutrients relative to their calorie content. these foods are rich in vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds, promoting optimal health.
nutritive value : refers to the content of essential nutrients (such as vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates) in a food item. it indicates the potential of a food to provide nourishment to the body.
digestion : is the process by which food is broken down into smaller, absorbable components by mechanical and chemical means. this process occurs in the digestive system, leading to the release of nutrients for absorption.
cellulose : is a complex carbohydrate found in the cell walls of plants. while humans cannot digest it, it is an essential component of dietary fiber, contributing to digestive health and providing bulk to the diet.
nutrition : is the science that studies the interactions between living organisms and the substances they consume for sustenance.
under nutrition : occurs when an individual does not receive adequate nutrients, leading to deficiencies and impaired health. this can manifest as conditions like stunting, wasting, and deficiencies in essential vitamins and minerals.
over nutrition : refers to the excessive intake of nutrients, especially calories, leading to an imbalance in the body's energy requirements. it can result in conditions such as obesity and related health issues.
kilo calorie : are the standard unit for measuring the energy content of food. it is equal to 1,000 calories. the term "calorie" used on food labels is often referring to it.
kilojoule : is another unit of energy used in the international system of units (si). they are commonly used in countries that follow the metric system.