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 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

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Prioritize healthy habits like eating a nutritional diet, regular exercise, quality sleep and lowering stress.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 16 Oct. 2026
If correcting a nutritional deficiency, fatigue may be improved as well.

— Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 16 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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