I think some fruits can give back a bit HP if you eat them...
Also, some foods may be used to "quests"
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For example, if you give food to the dog in Klamath, it drops a key
END OF SPOILER!!
But generally, there is not so much use for foods, and I haven't heard before tabou that Super Stimpak -recept.
Have to check it later...
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