process of how people get the food that is needed to grow strong and
healthy along with obtaining the necessary vitamins and nutrients to
help bodies grow and function.
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For children, good nutrition is especially important and it is necessary to eat healthy foods because kids are constantly growing.
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There are many aspects of nutrition including knowing about the different food groups, understanding calories, and learning about the different vitamins, nutrients, and minerals a body needs, and what to avoid.
In summary, good nutrition leads to good health. When a person wants to lose weight, it can be done by eating healthier and exercising regularly. Nearly all foods contain some of the vitamins
and minerals needed for the body, but it is also important to eat the
right amount of foods from the five food groups: grains, dairy, fruits,
vegetables, and protein.
Calories are a measure of the amount of energy in food items. Calories are necessary to eat to get the energy needed to play, work, and move around. The calories get burned off during movement,
Good nutrition will lead to healthy bones and muscles, and without receiving the correct vitamins and nutrients while growing, a child will not grow as tall and as strong as they could be.
