nutrition

Everyday

1. The food that your body needs to grow, stay healthy and have energy. tree →
2. The study of food and how it affects the body. tree →

In the lessons

In science and PSHE lessons: good nutrition means a balanced diet with fruit and vegetables, carbohydrates, protein, dairy and a little fat; nutrients include vitamins and minerals. Food labels show «nutrition information» (energy, fat, sugar, salt). Phrases: «good nutrition», «poor nutrition», «nutrition facts».

Examples

• Good nutrition helps children grow strong. tree →
• Read the nutrition label on the cereal box. tree →
• We learned about nutrition in science. tree →
• Fruit and vegetables are important for good nutrition. tree →
• Poor nutrition can make people ill. tree →
• Athletes think carefully about their nutrition. tree →

Note

Uncountable: no «a», no plural. Related: «nutrient» (one useful substance in food), «nutritious» (full of good food value), «nutritionist» (an expert). On labels, numbers are often given «per 100 g» — compare foods using the same amount.