| A | B |
|---|
| Carbohydrates | This nutrient is broken down during digestion into glucose and is them used by the cells of the body for energy |
| Cholesterol | A fatlike substance that occurs naturally in the body and is found in every cell but occurs only in foods of animal origin. |
| Percent Daily Value | Tells you the percentage of each nutrient in a single serving, in terms of the daily recommended amount |
| Fats | The most concentrated source of energy and an important source of fat soluble vitamins. 5. Fiber: Provides bulk that moves waste through the large intestine; absorbs extra water and toxins |
| Minerals | One of the six basic types of nutrients that is an inorganic substance and becomes part of the bones, tissues, and body fluids. |
| Nutrient | A chemical substance in food that helps maintain the body and its functions. 8. Nutrient-Dense Food: A food that provides fairly large amounts of vitamins and minerals compared to the number of calories it supplies |
| Nutrition Facts Label | Required label on all packaged foods with information about calories, serving sizes, nutrients, and ingredients found in the product |
| Nutrient Dense Food | A food that provides fairly large amounts of vitamins and minerals compared to the number of calories it supplies |
| Fiber | Provides bulk that moves waste through the large intestine; absorbs extra water and toxins |
