Examples of nutritious in a Sentence
The food was both nutritious and delicious.
opted for a nutritious snack and bought an apple instead of a candy bar
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Eating a nutritious diet, high in vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber, and reducing your overall calorie intake are much more important for weight loss and maintaining a healthy body weight.
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Health Editorial Team, Health, 1 Nov. 2025
Mom and Dad love treats like ice cream and donuts—there’s nothing wrong with the occasional treat—but the kids have to remind them to grab a nutritious snack every once in a while, too.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
These Buttery Toasted Pecans make a better snack than potato chips and more a nutritious salad topping than croutons.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
Although there are some differences, both of these root vegetables are nutritious and can be part of a healthy diet.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2025
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Health Editorial Team, Health, 1 Nov. 2025
Mom and Dad love treats like ice cream and donuts—there’s nothing wrong with the occasional treat—but the kids have to remind them to grab a nutritious snack every once in a while, too.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 31 Oct. 2025
These Buttery Toasted Pecans make a better snack than potato chips and more a nutritious salad topping than croutons.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
Although there are some differences, both of these root vegetables are nutritious and can be part of a healthy diet.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2025
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“Nutritious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutritious. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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nutritious
adjective
nu·tri·tious
n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-əs 
: providing nutrients : nourishing
Medical Definition
nutritious
adjective
nu·tri·tious
n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-əs
: providing nourishment
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