Why Do We Need Food? A Short Answer for Class 4
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Health Organization (WHO), good nutrition in childhood is critical for growth, development, and long-term health. We need food for three main reasons: to get energy for playing and studying, to help our bodies grow big and strong, and to protect us from getting sick.