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Nutrition Vocabulary

Match the words with the definitions.

AB
calorieA measure of energy supplied by food
glycemic foodsFoods that are high in sugar and carbohydrates
cholesterolThis is found in the body. If you have too much it can clog blood vessels and cause a heart attack.
legumesall kinds of beans
refined grainsSeeds of wheat, oats etc. that have the outer layer taken off and are bleached.
dairyFood that comes from cows such as milk and yogurt
poultrychicken, duck etc.
whole grainswheat,oats corn etc.that are not refined
pastaall kinds of noodles and spaghetti
carbohydrateGroup of nutrients needed for energy such as sugar and starch
proteinFound in meat, fish, poultry, nuts, and beans
nutrientFood essential for life
nutritionStudy of how the body needs and uses food
nutritiousFood needed for good health


Teacher Francisca

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