Allergy shots help your body get used to allergens, the things that trigger an allergic reaction. They donât cure allergies, but eventually your symptoms will get better and you may not have allergic reactions as often.
The difference between food and nutrient? The term nutrient describes substances that are required by the body to live and function. Foods are comprised of various nutrient values (some better than others).
A calorie is a calorie is a calorie. Choosing healthy foods is important, and we'll address that in the next chapter, Calories + Nutrients = Food.. But first you need to learn about calories: what a calorie is, how to count calories, and how to set your calorie goal.