Nutrition is the act or process of nourishing or being nourished; specifically: the sum of the processes by which an animal or plant takes in and utilizes food substances (Merriam-Webster).
Illustrates the 5 food groups that are essential for a healthy diet and offers resources for choosing the right foods and tips for developing healthy eating styles and physical activity.
News and resources on nutrition, what foods to eat, healthy weight, healthy drinks, and more from the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health.