How Do We Use Food

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What is food?

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Food is anything that we eat or drink to provide our bodies with energy and nutrients.

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Why do we need food?

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We need food to get energy, grow, and stay healthy.

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What are nutrients?

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Nutrients are substances in food that help our bodies function properly, like vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

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What is energy in food?

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Energy in food is the power our bodies use to do things like move, think, and grow.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain shows how energy and nutrients move from one living thing to another in an ecosystem.

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What do plants need to make food?

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Plants need sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to make their own food through a process called photosynthesis.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to turn carbon dioxide and water into food.

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What is a balanced diet?

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A balanced diet includes a variety of foods from all food groups to provide the nutrients our bodies need.

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What are the main food groups?

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The main food groups are fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.

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How does our body use energy from food?

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Our body uses energy from food to perform daily activities, grow, and maintain body temperature.