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 free of foods that cause upset stomach or indigestion, especially in the late evening hours, can help improve sleep quality, Troxel shared.
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 22 Mar. 2026
Many are surprised to learn that tofu is another nutritious protein source.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026
Meals are thoughtfully designed to give children the opportunity to expand their developing palettes while being nutritious enough to provide consistent energy throughout the day.
—William Jones
march 16, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
Ariana, Theresa, Bella and Penelope are among 560 youngsters who eat dinner weeknights at one of 11 Boys & Girls Club locations in Waukegan, North Chicago or Gurnee, prepared in the organization’s commercial kitchen designed to serve them well-balanced, nutritious meals.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 22 Mar. 2026
Many are surprised to learn that tofu is another nutritious protein source.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Mar. 2026
Meals are thoughtfully designed to give children the opportunity to expand their developing palettes while being nutritious enough to provide consistent energy throughout the day.
—William Jones
march 16, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026
Ariana, Theresa, Bella and Penelope are among 560 youngsters who eat dinner weeknights at one of 11 Boys & Girls Club locations in Waukegan, North Chicago or Gurnee, prepared in the organization’s commercial kitchen designed to serve them well-balanced, nutritious meals.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Nutritious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutritious. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationKids Definition
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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