The foods and drinks we put into our bodies are our fuel. They provide us with energy and nutrients—like vitamins, minerals, and proteins—that our bodies need to function and thrive. Research shows that healthy food and drink choices are especially important for children’s growing bodies and minds.

Focusing on what you eat and drink can improve your health in many ways. A healthy diet can reduce pain and inflammation, improve the quality of your sleep, and reduce symptoms of conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. It can even lower the risk of certain cancers. Nutrition needs vary for each person.