What Does ‘Balanced Diet’ Even Mean? A No-Jargon Guide

A no-jargon guide on what a balanced diet means, its importance, and practical ways to apply it into your busy teenage life.

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Have you ever heard someone talk about eating a balanced diet and wondered what it actually means? It sounds like it could just be having a bit of everything, but there's a bit more to it than that. Let's dive into what a balanced diet really is, why it's important, especially for someone like you, and how you can make smart food choices without it feeling like a chore. Understanding a Balanced Diet A balanced diet isn't about strict limitations or staying unrealistically thin. It's about ensuring your body gets all the different kinds of foods it needs to function...
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