kilocalorie
Glucose
Protein
High-Density Lipoprotein
Carbohydrate
Cholesterol
Essential Nutrient
Amino Acid
Low-Density Lipoprotein
Macronutrient
A waxy substance in the blood and cells needed for synthesis of cell membranes, vitamin D, and hormones.
An essential nutrient that forms important parts of the body’s main structures as well as blood enzymes, hormones, and cell membranes.
A measure of energy content in food.
One of the building blocks of proteins.
Dietary component the body must get from foods or supplements because the body cannot manufacture it to meet its needs.
A simple sugar that is the body’s basic fuel.
An important nutrient required by the body in relatively large amounts.
Blood fat that helps transport cholesterol out of the arteries.
An essential nutrient required for energy for cells.
Blood fat that transports cholesterol to organs and tissues.
