What Is Nutrition: A Short Answer for Your Class
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Health Organization, adequate nutrition is crucial for stronger immune systems, safer pregnancies, and a lower risk of chronic diseases. For your class, a short answer defining nutrition is the process by which an organism obtains and uses food for growth, energy, and overall health.