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nutrition
[ noo-trish-uhn, nyoo- ]
noun
- the act or process of nourishing or of being nourished; the use of food for life, health, and growth:
Our program helps families learn about nutrition and make the most of their food budget.
- Biology. the process by which organisms take in and utilize food material:
Most animals have holozoic nutrition—they take in whole food and then digest it into smaller particles.
- food or nutriment; any substance used or needed for nourishment:
Billions of people rely on seafood for essential nutrition.
The chart shows nutrition information for each menu item, including fat, protein, and so on.
- the science or study of, or a course of study in, nutrition, especially of humans:
She has a master's degree in nutrition from the University of Oslo.
- the pursuit of this science as an occupation or profession:
She now runs a consultancy specializing in naturopathy and nutrition.
nutrition
/ ːˈٰɪʃə /
noun
- a process in animals and plants involving the intake of nutrient materials and their subsequent assimilation into the tissues alimentarytrophic
- the act or process of nourishing
- the study of nutrition, esp in humans
nutrition
- The process by which living organisms obtain food and use it for growth, metabolism, and repair. The stages of nutrition include ingestion, digestion, absorption, transport, assimilation, and excretion.
- The scientific study of food and nourishment, including food composition, dietary guidelines, and the roles that various nutrients have in maintaining health.
Derived Forms
- ԳˈٰپDzԲ, adverb
- ԳˈٰپDzԲ, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- Գ·ٰ·پDz· Գ·ٰ·پDz·· adjective
- Գ·ٰ·پDz··ly adverb
- ··Գ·ٰ·پDz noun
- ··Գ·ٰ·پDz noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of nutrition1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of nutrition1
Example Sentences
Much of the research in nutrition is funded by industry, which has been criticized for biasing the results.
Experts have told the BBC the products should only be used sparingly, are not replacements for homemade meals, and can cause children health problems if used as their main source of nutrition.
However, “if the federal government is going to fund things like education and nutrition, it is better that that funding come with few strings attached, especially when it comes to clashes of values.”
Murray estimates the overall investment in strength and nutrition alone at “well over $1 million” a season, a bargain considering what that investment has bought.
I made so many mistakes in terms of sleep and nutrition but the race gave me everything I wanted and I had no desire to repeat it.
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