"Food as medicine" has many different interpretations. However, in general, it refers to placing a high focus on nutrition and diet in a person's health plan with the aim of preventing, reducing the symptoms of, or even treating a chronic condition.

Avoiding fat, eating fewer calories, or merely cooking your meal is not examples of healthy eating. To form healthy eating habits, a well-balanced, nutritious diet must be followed; this necessitates that each meal be taken in the right amount, at the right time, and with the right variety of foods. Avoid totally eliminating lipids, as well as getting too much fiber and protein! Additionally, bear in the mind that as children are still growing cognitively and physically, a variety of meals should be offered to them.