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What Does Nutrition Mean?

Nutrition

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Nutrition is the study of food and how it works in your body. Nutrition includes all the stuff that's in your food, such as vitamins, protein, fat, and more. It's important to eat a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and grains, so you have what you need to grow and be healthy. Check out the nutrition facts label of some of your favorite packaged foods to learn more about nutrition.

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