Chapter 2

Human

How the body gets energy from food through digestion, and why a balanced diet matters — with an interactive exercise.

We get energy from the food we eat. Food is broken down by digestion.

The path of food: mouth (teeth chew it) → stomachsmall intestine, where useful nutrients are absorbed into the body. A balanced diet — with different food groups — keeps us healthy and strong.

Remember

  • Digestion path: mouth → stomach → small intestine.
  • A balanced diet gives the body all the nutrients it needs.

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