Food and Nutrition Terms

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What is junk food?

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Junk food is food that is quick and easy to eat, but not healthy. It often has a lot of sugar, salt, or fat, and not many vitamins or nutrients.

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What does nutritious mean?

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Nutritious means something (usually food) that is good for your health because it has a lot of useful substances like vitamins and minerals.

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What is a vegan?

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A vegan is someone who does not eat meat, eggs, milk, or any animal products.

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What is a vegetarian?

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A vegetarian is someone who does not eat meat or fish, but may still eat eggs, milk, or cheese.

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What does organic mean?

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Organic means natural – food that is grown without using chemicals, like artificial fertilizers or pesticides.

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What does locally-sourced mean?

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Locally-sourced means that something (usually food or ingredients) comes from nearby places, not far away.

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What is a locavore?

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A locavore is someone who prefers to eat food from their local area to support local farmers and eat fresher food.

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What are processed foods?

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Processed foods are foods that have been changed or treated before you buy or eat them. This can include things like adding salt, sugar, preservatives, or cooking them.