balanced diet
(BAL-uhnsd DYE-it) eating just the right amounts
of different foods
citrus
(SIH-truhs) a type of fruit that includes lemons, limes, and
oranges
fiber
(FYE-bur) a substance found in fruit that helps the body
break down food
food groups
(FOOD GROOPS) groups of different food that
people should have in their diet
fruits
(FROOTS) parts of plants that often have seeds inside
them and that can be eaten
passion fruit
(PASH-uhn FROOT) a small fruit with thick purple
or yellow skin and many seeds
processed
(PRAH-sesd) when fruit is treated or prepared
(sometimes with sugar or other substances) to make it last longer
vitamin C
(VYE-tuh-min SEE) a substance found in fruit that
strengthens bones and skin and helps the body heal
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