nutrition

noun

nu·tri·tion | \ nu̇-ˈtri-shən

Definition of nutrition

1 : the act or process of nourishing or being nourished specifically : the sum of the processes by which an animal or plant takes in and utilizes food substances foods that are necessary for human nutrition

2 : nourishment sense 1 … get adequate nutrition both before and during the race.— John Hanc

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The speaker discussed diet and nutrition with the class. good nutrition and proper exercise

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For example, protecting and restoring our mangrove coastal forests, which absorb carbon, can help slow warming, rebuild fish populations, protect epicenters of biodiversity and safeguard essential nutrition to vulnerable communities. — CNN, "We're failing the world's oceans. Businesses can help save them," 14 June 2019 After all, glorifying one food over another (kale is king!) isn’t the way nutrition works. — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, "The 4 Best Health Benefits of Kombucha, According to Registered Dietitians," 6 June 2019 SUBSCRIBE TODAY Honored to be selected to serve on @FitnessGov and help empower Americans to live healthy lives through physical fitness, sports, and good nutrition. — Michael Mcgough, sacbee, "Lou Ferrigno, Mariano Rivera and a Sacramento-born golfer named to Trump sports council | The Sacramento Bee," 8 May 2018 Feeding children an egg a day could prevent stunting, a condition resulting from poor nutrition which hinders cognitive growth, learning, and economic potential, research shows. — Thin Lei Win, The Christian Science Monitor, "Belgian artist helps Ethiopia engineer the perfect chicken," 26 Apr. 2018 Methodist Hospitals hosts farmer’s market Methodist Hospitals Food Services Department will offer a series of Farmer’s Markets to promote nutrition and enhance the availability of fresh produce to the Gary and surrounding communities. — Post-tribune Staff Report, Post-Tribune, "Community news," 6 June 2019 Making sure players practice proper nutrition is part of the athlete care. — Keith Pompey, https://www.inquirer.com, "Doctors Daniel Medina and David T. Martin casualties of Sixers’ failed athlete care," 4 June 2019 The stores reduced space for things like seasonal merchandise in order to add community rooms that can be used for free chair yoga sessions or nutrition classes. — Tom Murphy, chicagotribune.com, "CVS announces further expansion into health care services," 4 June 2019 Participants also receive free nutrition education and breastfeeding counseling support. — Leada Gore | Lgore@al.com, al.com, "New WIC income guidelines; more Alabamians may now be eligible," 3 June 2019

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nutrition

noun

English Language Learners Definition of nutrition

: the process of eating the right kind of food so you can grow properly and be healthy

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nutrition

noun

nu·tri·tion | \ nu̇-ˈtri-shən

, nyu̇-\

Kids Definition of nutrition

: the act or process of nourishing or being nourished : the processes by which a living thing takes in and uses nutrients

nutrition

noun

nu·tri·tion | \ n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-ən

Medical Definition of nutrition

1 : the act or process of nourishing or being nourished specifically : the sum of the processes by which an animal or plant takes in and utilizes food substances

2 : food sense 1, nourishment

Other Words from nutrition

nutritional \ -ˈtrish-nəl, -ən-ᵊl

\ adjective

nutritionally \ -ē

\ adverb

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