DIETARY Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

dietary

adjective

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Recent Examples of dietary Examined through a political lens, though, Kennedy’s bovine-forward dietary approach makes perfect sense, Amy Bentley, a food historian, told me. — David Merritt Johns, The Atlantic, 27 June 2026 Her company, named among Time magazine's most influential companies of 2026, was founded to expand access to health care, partnering patients with providers for remote dietary support. — Jay Stahl, USA Today, 27 June 2026 There was a ton of cuisine and dietary variety to browse; beyond the usual vegan, pescatarian, and gluten-free options, there were dishes that claim to offer GLP-1 balance or fit the profile for the Mediterranean diet. — Marisa Malanga, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2026 Researchers at Australia's Edith Cowan University examined whether dietary intake of vitamins K1 and K2 was associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and lung function. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dietary

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Rupert is currently in the care of neurology, respiratory, cardiology, physiotherapy, speech and language, dietetic, hospice and community nurse care at two different hospitals.

— Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 25 May 2026
However, protein needs are highly individualized and depend on factors like weight, activity level, and age, said Gena Seraita, MS, RD, CDN, program director of the New York University dietetic internship.

— Sarah Garone, Health, 9 Jan. 2026

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While a calcium-rich diet should always be the first line of defense, supplements can help fill nutritional gaps when recommended by a healthcare provider.

— Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 30 June 2026
Guests will receive medical and nutritional support, as well as counseling and connections to permanent housing.

— Jason Cooper, CBS News, 30 June 2026

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