OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaYour body needs food because food is the fuel that keeps you going! Just like a car needs gas to drive, you need food to have the energy to run, jump, and think. Food is one of the most important things your body needs every day.
Food gives your body the building blocks to grow taller and make your muscles strong. When your tummy rumbles, it is your body’s way of asking for more fuel! Your body breaks food down into tiny pieces and sends energy to every part of you.
Eating a mix of healthy foods makes sure every part of you gets exactly what it needs. Your brain needs food to help you think and learn at school. A fueled-up body means you are ready for a whole day of playing and learning!
- Your body uses food energy even when you are sleeping!
- Your stomach is like a big mixing machine that mashes up food so your body can use it.
- Kids need to eat about three meals and two snacks every day to keep their bodies running at full power!
