Healthy Eating Word Search

Words in the Healthy Eating word search

Every word used across the three levels, with a quick note on what it means.

water

Plain drink the body needs for nearly every process.

fruit

Sweet plant food supplying fiber, vitamins and water.

vegetable

Plant food eaten raw or cooked, usually low in calories.

protein

Nutrient that builds and repairs muscle and tissue.

salad

Cold mix of greens and vegetables with light dressing.

fiber

Plant material that aids digestion and helps you feel full.

calcium

Mineral that builds strong bones and teeth.

vitamin

Nutrient needed in tiny amounts for normal health.

balance

Eating from every food group across the day.

portion

Amount of a food you actually put on your plate.

breakfast

First meal of the day, eaten after the overnight fast.

yogurt

Cultured milk food with protein and live bacteria.

beans

Legumes giving protein and fiber with very little fat.

nuts

Small seeds rich in protein and unsaturated fat.

whole grain

Grain that keeps its bran and germ, so more fiber stays.

nutrient

Substance in food the body uses to work and grow.

lean meat

Meat trimmed of most fat, such as skinless chicken.

low sodium

Food made with less salt than the usual version.

olive oil

Plant oil that is mostly unsaturated fat.

moderation

Eating treats in small amounts rather than never.

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