Macronutrient Madness!
This nutrient is the body's main source of energy and fuels your brain and muscles
What are carbohydrates?
These helpful bacteria in yogurt support digestion and give it a tangy taste!
What is a probiotic?
This vitamin forms when your skin is exposed to sunlight.
What is vitamin D?
Oranges are packed with this vitamin that helps heal cuts and fight germs.
What is vitamin C?
This drink makes up over half your body and is essential for every cell's function.
What is water?
This food group helps build and repair muscles after activity.
What is protein?
This chemical reaction makes sliced apples turn brown.
What is oxidation?
This vitamin found in leafy greens helps your blood clot when you get a cut.
What is vitamin k?
This yellow fruit is rich in potassium, which helps prevent muscle cramps.
What is a banana?
A deficiency of this mineral can cause tiredness because your red blood cells can’t carry enough oxygen.
What is iron?
This nutrient cushions organs, stores energy for later use, and helps regulate body temperature.
What is fat?
This ingredient makes bread rise by producing carbon dioxide gas.
What is yeast?
Eggs, nuts, and avocados contain this vitamin that keeps your hair, skin, and nails healthy.
What is biotin?
This vitamin gives carrots their orange color supports healthy eyes and skin.
What is beta-carotene?
These charge minerals (such as sodium & potassium) help nerves send signals and keep fluids balances. Especially import to replete after exercise.
What are electrolytes?
This food group contains a mineral that helps to strengthen bones and teeth.
What is dairy?
This chemical compound gives chili peppers their spicy "kick!"
What is capsaician?
This nutrient found in salmon and walnuts supports brain function and memory.
What are omega-3 fatty acids?
Milk, tofu, and leafy greens are great sources of this bone-strengthening nutrient.
What is calcium?
This mineral is needed to make thyroid hormones and is found in table salt and seaweed.
What is iodine?
Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are rich in this nutrient that keeps your digestive system moving.
What is fiber?
This chemical reaction turns sugars into acids or gases and is used to make yogurt and pickles.
What is fermentation?
A lack of this vitamin once caused sailors to get bleeding gums and slow wound healing on long voyages.
What is vitamin C?
Purple foods like açai and blueberries get their color from what super-powered plant chemicals that protect your cells
What are antioxidants?
Protein is made up of these smaller building blocks that help repair muscles and tissues.
What are amino acids?