A Course in Nutrition, circa World War II

Build-your-own World War II menu with nutrition basics from 1941.

U.S. Needs Us Strong

-Originally published in The Saturday Evening Post, June 1941-

As our part in helping to make America strong, The Saturday Evening Post presents a simple, basic course in nutrition, based on the findings of our Government’s National Nutrition Committee.

Here’s How to Grow Strong, America … Eat These Foods Every Day

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Eat Milk and Eggs

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Eat Fruits & Vegetables

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Eat Meat, Poultry, or Fish

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Eat Bread & Cereals

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