Matching

A. processing of genetic information to create a specific protein
B. nutrients you must have in order to function
C. the science that studies how the nutrients in food affect your health
D. carrying an excessive amount of body fat above the level of being overweight
E. maintaining the level of water in the body for optimum health
F. the tendency of food to satisfy our taste buds
G. the substance of which genes are made
H. a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
I. the energy-containing essential nutrients you need in higher amounts
J. the essential nutrients you need in smaller amounts
K. substances containing carbon
L. the part of the plant that isn't digested in the small intestine
M. substances that speed up reactions in your body

14. DNA
15. Nutrition
16. Essential
17. Macronutrients
18. Micronutrients
19. Enzymes
20. Organic
21. Fiber
22. Gene expression
23. Health
24. Palatability
25. Hydration
26. Obesity


14. ANS: G
15. ANS: C
16. ANS: B
17. ANS: I
18. ANS: J
19. ANS: M
20. ANS: K
21. ANS: L
22. ANS: A
23. ANS: H
24. ANS: F
25. ANS: E
26. ANS: D

Nutritional Science

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