nutrition

• Sustantivo que designa el proceso por el cual los organismos vivos obtienen y utilizan los alimentos para el crecimiento, el mantenimiento de la vida y la salud, así como el estudio de las necesidades dietéticas y de las sustancias que proporcionan el sustento.

A noun referring to the process by which living organisms obtain and utilize food for growth, maintenance, and health, as well as the study of dietary needs and the substances that provide nourishment.

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1. Biological process of nourishmentB2formalscientific

   The organic process by which an organism takes in and uses food for growth, repair, and maintenance of body functions.

   Nutrición

   • Proper nutrition is essential for healthy development in children.
   • The body's nutrition depends on the quality of food consumed.
   • Malnutrition occurs when nutrition is inadequate.

   Sinónimosalimentationfeedingnourishment

2. Food as nourishmentA2formal

   The substances in food that provide energy and materials for the body to function.

   Nutrición (alimento como sustento)

   • Fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of nutrition.
   • The meal was lacking in basic nutrition.
   • Good nutrition helps maintain a strong immune system.

   Sinónimosalimentfoodnourishmentnutrimentsustenance

3. Scientific study of foodB2formalscientific

   The academic field that examines the relationship between diet, health, and disease.

   Nutrición (ciencia)

   • She is studying nutrition at the university.
   • Nutrition science has advanced our understanding of dietary needs.
   • The conference focused on recent discoveries in nutrition.

   Sinónimosdietetics