Across
1. Another word for high blood pressure is ________________
4. Both sodium and potassium are not only minerals, but also classified as ____________, substances that
conduct electricity through the body.
5. A beverage specific for physical activity that contains some sodium, because it is lost during play
8. This food usually served with milk is sometimes high in sodium -- always read the label!
10. A mineral that is essential; however, we consume too much of this in the typical American diet
15. The unit sodium is measured in is called ______________
17. Name the race that should take particular precaution when consuming dietary sodium
18. This organ needs potassium because its role is necessary for smooth muscle contractions.
19. Name the diet that is low in sodium and helps those individuals with high blood pressure
20. You can cook with these rather than adding salt... hint: chili, paprika, curry
Down
2. An excellent source of potassium and fiber, these root vegetables can be baked, mashed, or fried
3. This type of food or meal starts very cold, comes in many varieties, typically contains high amounts of
sodium, and is easily prepared in a microwave or oven.
6. This type of meat that you typically buy in the grocery store (sliced) has many high sodium varieties
(salami, ham, bologna, etc)
7. Having high blood pressure may lead to __________
9. One teaspoon of __________ contains about 2,300 mg of sodium.
11. A high sodium food, this green condiment can be added to burgers, hoagies/subs, roast beef, and
other sandwiches
12. A good source of potassium, this fruit is great for on-the-go and can be peeled
13. A mineral that works with sodium that helps to balance fluids in the body
14. When exercising, both our bodily fluids and salts are lost through __________
16. A food rich in calcium, it can be melted or stand alone; yet, if it is processed, it contains a lot of sodium.
TRACKS
Extension Lesson
Cut the Salt! Lesson
Crossword Puzzle
Grades 9-12
I. Nutrition Education Objective:
Goal 1: Students will comprehend concepts consistent with USDA guidance related
to eating and physical activity for good health.
Objective: As a result of Pennsylvania’s SNAP-Ed plan, student will know,
understand, analyze and apply concepts, as developmentally appropriate, that
are consistent with USDA guidance about the benefits of:
1. Limiting foods high in fat, sodium and added sugar.
II. Educational Standards
A. 11.3 Food Science and Nutrition
B. 1.6 Speaking and Listening
C. 10.1 Concepts of Health
D. 10.2 Healthful Living
III. Outcomes
A. Students will demonstrate knowledge of sodium and potassium by completing
a crossword
IV. Materials
A. Handouts: Crossword puzzle
V. Procedure
A. Introductory
1. Make copies of crossword for each student.
B. Developmental
1. When going over the answers with the students, elaborate/discuss the
question and answers. Help the students refer back to the “Cut the
Salt!” ERN lesson.
Drexel University, Sodium Crossword Ext Lesson 10/11
Crossword Puzzle – Answer Key
Across
1. Another word for high blood pressure is HYPERTENSION
4. Both sodium and potassium are not only minerals, but also classified as ELECTROLYTES,
substances that conduct electricity through the body.
5. A beverage specific for physical activity that contains some sodium, because it is lost during play
Answer: SPORTS DRINK
8. This food usually served with milk is surprisingly sometimes high in sodium -- always read the
label! Answer: CEREAL
10. A mineral that is essential; however, we consume too much of this in the typical American diet.
Answer: SODIUM
15. The unit sodium is measured in is called MILLIGRAMS
17. Name the race that should take particular precaution when consuming dietary sodium. Answer:
AFRICAN AMERICAN
18. This organ needs potassium because its role is necessary for smooth muscle contractions. Answer:
HEART
19. Name the diet that is low in sodium and helps those individuals with high blood pressure. Answer:
DASH
20. You can cook with these rather than adding salt... hint: chili, paprika, curry. Answer: SPICES
Down
2. An excellent source of potassium and fiber, these root vegetables can be baked, mashed, or fried.
Answer: POTATOES
3. This type of food or meal starts very cold, comes in many varieties, typically contains high amounts
of sodium, and is easily prepared in a microwave or oven. Answer: FROZEN
6. This type of meat that you typically buy in the grocery store (sliced) has many high sodium varieties
(salami, ham, bologna, etc). Answer: DELI MEAT
7. Having high blood pressure may lead to STROKE
9. One teaspoon of ___ SALT ____ contains about 2.300 mg of sodium.
11. A high sodium food, this green condiment can be added to burgers, hoagies/subs, roast beef, and
other sandwiches. Answer: PICKLES
12. A good source of potassium, this fruit is great for on-the-go and can be peeled. Answer:
BANANA
13. A mineral that works with sodium that helps to balance fluids in the body. Answer:
POTASSIUM
14. When exercising, both our bodily fluids and salts are lost through SWEAT.
16. A food rich in calcium, it can be melted or stand alone; yet, if it is processed, it contains a lot of
sodium. Answer: CHEESE