Nutritional
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Nutritional
Nutritional (pronunciation: /nuːˈtrɪʃ(ə)n(ə)l/) refers to the process by which organisms take in and utilize food material. The term is derived from the Latin word "nutrire", which means to feed or nourish.
Etymology
The term "Nutritional" is derived from the Latin word "nutrire", which means to feed or nourish. It was first used in the English language in the early 15th century.
Related Terms
- Nutrition: The science that interprets the interaction of nutrients and other substances in food in relation to maintenance, growth, reproduction, health and disease of an organism.
- Diet: The sum of food consumed by a person or other organism.
- Vitamins: Organic molecules that are essential micronutrients which an organism needs in small quantities for the proper functioning of its metabolism.
- Minerals: Solid, naturally occurring inorganic substances that are essential for human health.
- Protein: A macronutrient that is essential to building muscle mass.
- Carbohydrates: A type of macronutrient found in certain foods and drinks.
- Fats: One of the three main macronutrients, along with protein and carbohydrates.
- Fiber: A type of carbohydrate that the body can’t digest.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nutritional
- Wikipedia's article - Nutritional
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