NUTRITIOUS Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

nutritious

adjective

nu̇-ˈtri-shəs

Definition of nutritious

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 For instance, cooking nutritious meals (and dining out less) is easier when your kitchen pantry is organized with bins and stackable airtight containers. — Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 The protein craze shows no signs of slowing down, and author Arash Hashemi has a new cookbook that's perfect for anyone looking add more nutritious, flavorful high-protein meals to their routine. — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 26 June 2026 Focused on infants through pre-K, the school will provide youngsters nutritious meals, a specialized innovation hub and Spanish language exploration. — Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 28 June 2026 The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends a nutritious diet for eye health that includes orange vegetables and fruits with vitamin A, produce rich in vitamin C and vitamin E, leafy greens with lutein and zeaxanthin and beans for zinc. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for nutritious

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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

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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