ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Nutrient

Okay, kiddo, let's talk about nutrients! Nutrients are like special building blocks that help our bodies grow strong and healthy.

There are different types of nutrients that we need, like vitamins and minerals. You might have heard of things like vitamin C, calcium, or iron before!

We get these nutrients from the foods we eat. So when we have a yummy meal with lots of fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods, we are giving our bodies the nutrients they need to grow and do all the things we love to do, like run, jump, and play!

Sometimes, our bodies might not get all the nutrients they need just from the foods we eat. That's why some people might take special vitamins or supplements to help make sure they have everything they need to stay healthy.

So remember, nutrients are like special building blocks that help us grow strong and healthy, and we get them from eating healthy foods!