nutritional
relating to nutrients and health
About the good or useful parts of food and how they help your body stay healthy.
nutritional [noun]
- The doctor explained the nutritional benefits of eating more fresh vegetables.
- Food labels must list detailed nutritional information for each product.
- Her research focuses on the nutritional needs of young children.
- Because of his illness, her father is being monitored for signs of poor nutritional status.
- Many people take multivitamins as a form of nutritional supplement.
- The teacher talked about the nutritional value of fruit.
- You can find nutritional information on the back of the box.
- Children have special nutritional needs as they grow.
- The nurse checked the old woman's nutritional status.
- He drinks a shake every morning for extra nutritional support.
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nutritional benefits
1health advantages from nutrients
Good things that nutrients in a food do for your body and health.
- The nutritional benefits of nuts include healthy fats and protein.
- Eating a variety of vegetables gives many different nutritional benefits.
nutritional content
1what nutrients a food contains
The kinds and amounts of nutrients that are in a food or drink.
- Cooking methods can change the nutritional content of vegetables.
- The nutritional content of this cereal is listed on the side of the box.
nutritional information
1data about food nutrients
Details on a package that show calories, fat, protein, vitamins, and other nutrients in a food.
- You can find the nutritional information on the back of the packet.
- Restaurants are starting to list nutritional information on their menus.
nutritional intake
1nutrients someone eats or drinks
The nutrients that a person eats or drinks over a period of time.
- The study recorded each participant’s nutritional intake for one week.
- Poor nutritional intake can lead to weight loss and weakness.
nutritional label
1label showing food nutrition
The part of a food package that shows calories and nutrients, like fat, sugar, and protein.
- Always check the nutritional label before buying packaged snacks.
- The government now requires clearer nutritional labels on soft drinks.
nutritional needs
1needed nutrients for health
The types and amounts of nutrients a person must eat to stay healthy.
- Babies have different nutritional needs from adults.
- A balanced diet should meet all your daily nutritional needs.
nutritional status
1overall condition of nutrition
A medical judgment of whether a person is getting enough and the right kinds of food for good health.
- The study measured the nutritional status of children in rural areas.
- Long-term illness can seriously affect a patient’s nutritional status.
nutritional supplement
1product that adds extra nutrients
A pill, powder, drink, or other product that gives extra vitamins, minerals, or other nutrients.
- She takes a nutritional supplement during the winter to boost her vitamin D levels.
- Many athletes use nutritional supplements to support their training.
nutritional support
1medical help with nutrition
Special help from doctors or nurses to give a patient enough food or nutrients, sometimes through a tube or a drip.
- The patient received nutritional support through a feeding tube.
- Early nutritional support can improve recovery after major surgery.
nutritional therapy
1treatment using diet and nutrients
A type of medical care where doctors use special diets and nutrients to help treat illnesses.
- Nutritional therapy is often used in the management of diabetes.
- Some cancer patients benefit from personalized nutritional therapy during treatment.
nutritional value
1how nutritious a food is
How many useful nutrients a food has and how good it is for your body.
- Whole grains usually have higher nutritional value than white bread.
- Processing can reduce the nutritional value of many foods.
nutritional deficiency
1lack of a needed nutrient
A health problem that happens when your body does not get enough of a certain vitamin, mineral, or other nutrient.
- Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide.
- Nutritional deficiencies are common in areas where people do not have access to fresh food.
- The doctor tested him for possible nutritional deficiencies.
- The doctor explained that her hair loss was caused by a nutritional deficiency.