Useful links!

I have searched the web and have collected some reliable websites to help you understand nutrition. Explore these links to read facts about vitamins, minerals, and how to keep your body healthy. Knowledge is power, and it’s delicious!

These resources can be used both by teachers, but also by students to learn new vocabulary, and see how the world talks about food. From interactive maps of nutrients to expert advice on balanced meals, it’s all here in this 'expert corner'.

The first one is Nutrition.gov. The website includes fun facts and games. Also, it is great for (small) research projects!

If you want to be a hero in the kitchen, this is the website for you! FoodHero is made for people who want to eat well without spending too much money. There is a section for kids, with online games, jokes, and coloring sheets that help you learn about nutrients while you play.

Sometimes, food companies use "sneaky" marketing to make us think a snack is healthy when it isn't. To protect your body, you need to learn the skills of a Food Detective. The website includes great teacher resources!

How fast are your hands? How smart is your brain? Sheppard Software’s Food Groups Game is a high-speed way to practice your food vocabulary. You have to sort healthy foods into their correct groups before the time runs out.

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