From the book The Cay by Theodore Taylor what food did they eat?

The food that Philip and Timothy ate on the Cay was very basic and depended on what they could find or catch:

From the Island:

* Coconuts: These were a major source of food and drink. They provided milk, flesh, and the hard shell could be used for bowls.

* Fish: Timothy was a skilled fisherman and they caught various types of fish, which they cooked over a fire.

* Fruit: They ate mangoes, guavas, and other fruits found on the island.

* Seaweed: Timothy showed Philip how to eat seaweed, which was a source of nutrients.

* Crabs: They hunted crabs for a change of diet.

* Birds: They occasionally caught and ate birds.

From the Wreck:

* Canned Goods: They scavenged the ship for canned goods like beans, fruit, and meat.

* Chocolate: They found a box of chocolate bars.

Other:

* Sugar: Timothy found a bag of sugar.

* Salt: Timothy found a small bag of salt.

It's important to note that their diet was often limited and sometimes scarce, especially when storms or other challenges impacted their ability to find food.