Overview

The word "diet" refers to what you eat, and how much. For example, you may prefer grilled chicken and salads over cheeseburgers and French fries. You may skip breakfast and eat a big dinner.

The word "nutrition" refers to everything that happens in your body once you swallow that food. This includes food moving through the stomach and intestines, where it gets broken down into smaller units called "nutrients." Nutrients include fats, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and water.

Everything you eat and drink passes through your liver. Your liver changes food into stored energy and chemicals necessary for life. Your liver makes nutrients available so your body can use them to build cells, give you energy, and maintain normal body functions.

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