ACTIVITY 3 NUTRITION BEE

ACROSS CLUES

2. _______ help the body use the energy from carbohydrates, fats   and proteins.
3. The Food Guide ________ is a helpful way to remember the foods you need to eat each day.
6. You need 2 to 4 servings of ________ each day.
10. _______ are one of the nutrients that supply the body with energy.
11. For a ________ diet, eat enough servings from each of the five major food groups.
12. Eggs are classified in the __________, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs and nuts food group.
13. You need 6 to 11 servings a day of breads, cereals, pasta, rice and other ________ .
14. _______ transports other nutrients throughout the body.
15. It’s a good idea to eat deep-yellow and dark-green, leafy ________ often.

DOWN CLUES

1. _______, cheese and yogurt make up one food group.
2. It’s important to choose a good ________ of foods from each of the five major food groups
4. ________ are nutrients that perform many functions including building strong bones and teeth.
5. Carbohydrates, fats and proteins all provide _________.
6. Eat _________ and sweets sparingly.
7. ________ is a nutrient needed for growth and maintenance of body cells.
8. Foods from the five major food groups supply all the ________ your body needs.
9. Eating the right number of servings each day helps to _________ your diet.

WORD LIST

Balance Fats Healthful Minerals Pyramid Vitamins Carbohydrates Fruits Meats Nutrients Variety Water Energy Grains Milk Protein Vegetables