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Nutrients

Verb / ˈnu:tri:ʌnts / Another word for nutrients — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Substances that provide nourishment for growth and the maintenance of life.

Synonyms & similar words

food nutrient nourishment nutrition food sustenance vitamins minerals elements micronutrients macronutrients proteins carbohydrates fats fiber water electrolytes antioxidants

Synonyms by register

Formal

nourishment sustenance foodstuffs dietary components

Informal

goodies vitamins stuff for your body

Literary

lifeblood essence

Antonyms

toxins poisons waste contaminants pollutants deleterious substances

Common collocations

  • essential nutrients
  • nutrient-rich foods
  • nutrient intake
  • nutrient deficiency
  • nutrient absorption
  • balanced nutrients
  • vital nutrients
  • daily nutrients

Word family

noun nutrient
adjective nutritive
adverb nutritionally

Usage note

Nutrients are substances essential for growth and health. Avoid using it to refer to harmful substances, which are typically called toxins or poisons.

Example sentences

  1. Nutrients are important for our health.
  2. Eating a balanced diet is a good way to get all the nutrients your body needs.
  3. Some foods are high in nutrients while others are not.
  4. Plants need nutrients from the soil to grow.
  5. The label on the cereal box lists the nutrients found in the cereal.

Quotes

  • Good nutrition is a responsibilty we all share.
  • Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.
  • The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd rather not.

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