nutritious

adjective

nu̇-ˈtri-shəs How to pronounce nutritious (audio)
Definition of nutritiousnext
as in nutritional
providing the substances necessary for health and bodily growth opted for a nutritious snack and bought an apple instead of a candy bar

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Recent Examples of nutritious Focus on eating nutritious whole foods with plenty of protein, healthy fats and trace minerals — think lean red meat, wild salmon and leafy greens. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 9 Oct. 2026 Avoid skipping meals, and eat adequate amounts of nutritious whole foods. — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026 But there are actually tons of ways ground beef can fit into nutritious meals. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Oct. 2026 Poverty is the main driving force behind the hunger crisis, with millions simply unable to afford nutritious food. — ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nutritious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nutritious
  1. nutritional
  2. nutritive
Adjective
  • Pistachios are unlikely to resolve sleep issues on their own, especially when the root cause isn’t nutritional.
    — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Some common nutritional supplements include zinc for immune function, ashwagandha for stress relief, fish oil for improving heart health and magnesium for better sleep, among others that have gained popularity on social media.
    — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of nutritional
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  • Some studies suggest that non-nutritive sweeteners can change your metabolism, affecting your insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
  • They’re typically sweetened with artificial or non-nutritive sweeteners, such as aspartame or sucralose, which don’t raise blood sugar levels.
    — Caitlin Beale, Health, 20 Jan. 2026
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“Nutritious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nutritious. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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