nutrient
Essential dietary substance
A nutrient is a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.
Plants absorb nutrients from soil; animals get nutrients from food.
The word functions as both noun and adjective: nutrient deficiency, nutrient-rich foods.
Proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals are all nutrients.
Essential organic nutrient
- mineralNaturally formed crystalline solid
- proteinFolded amino chain
- carbohydrateSugar or starch compound
- fatAdipose tissue
fiber · micronutrient · macronutrient · calcium · iron · magnesium · potassium · zinc
Overall state of health
- vitalityCapacity for spirited existence
- immunityProtected from harm
- energyPower to do work
- nourishmentFood that sustains life
well-being · homeostasis · hydration · recovery · stamina · longevity · prevention · therapeutic
Suggested daily nutrient intake
- fortifiedMade more resistant
- enrichedMade more valuable
- supplementSomething added to complete
- multivitaminCombined nutrient supplement
deficiency · bioavailability · absorption · digestion · metabolism · intake · requirement · dosage
Soil nutrient supplement
- nitrogenElement seven, colorless gas
- phosphorusGlow-in-dark element
- potassiumNineteenth element, symbol K
- soilGround matter for planting
compost · uptake · root · photosynthesis · chlorophyll · germination · growth · cultivation
Breakdown into simpler parts
- ecosystemInterconnected organisms and surroundings
- runoffExcess water drainage
- leachingDissolving out by liquid
- fixationPersistent mental attachment
mineralization · immobilization · denitrification · eutrophication · watershed · sediment · biogeochemical · recycling
vitamin
Essential organic nutrient
- mineralNaturally formed crystalline solid
- proteinFolded amino chain
- carbohydrateSugar or starch compound
fat · fiber · micronutrient · macronutrient · calcium · iron · magnesium · potassium · zinc · selenium
wellness
Overall state of health
nourishment · well-being · homeostasis · hydration · recovery · stamina · longevity · prevention · therapeutic · restorative
RDA
Suggested daily nutrient intake
- fortifiedMade more resistant
- enrichedMade more valuable
- supplementSomething added to complete
multivitamin · deficiency · bioavailability · absorption · digestion · metabolism · intake · requirement · dosage · processed
fertilizer
Soil nutrient supplement
- nitrogenElement seven, colorless gas
- phosphorusGlow-in-dark element
- potassiumNineteenth element, symbol K
soil · compost · uptake · root · photosynthesis · chlorophyll · germination · growth · cultivation · hydroponics
decomposition
Breakdown into simpler parts
- ecosystemInterconnected organisms and surroundings
- runoffExcess water drainage
- leachingDissolving out by liquid
fixation · mineralization · immobilization · denitrification · eutrophication · watershed · sediment · biogeochemical · recycling · detritus
- nutritionprotein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals
- nutrition termscalorie, high protein, balance, low-fat, low fat
- coral reefsreef, coral reef, corals, soft corals, polyp
- nutrientsprotein, vitamins, fats, minerals, vitamin
- consumablesfood, drink, beverages, beverage, groceries
- unitsunit, angstrom, yard, meter, base units
nutrienttoxin
Biological-origin harm agent
poison · toxicant · pollutant · contaminant · carcinogen
nutrientempty calories
Energy lacking nutrients
junk · filler · unhealthful · unwholesome · unhealthy
- nutrient denseHigh nutrition per portion
- soil nutrientsElements feeding plant roots
- essential nutrientRequired substance from diet
- nutrient depletionLoss of essential substances
- nutrient cycleCirculation of essential elements
- nutrient boost