supplementation

Everyday

Supplementation is adding something extra to make something complete or to make up for what is missing, especially adding vitamins or minerals to a diet. tree →

In the lessons

In health and science lessons, vitamin D supplementation is often advised in winter in the UK, Ireland and Canada when there is little sunshine; iron supplementation may be needed for some people. Doctors decide on supplementation; too much of some vitamins can harm you. In money or school, "supplementation" can mean extra funding or extra lessons.

Examples

• Doctors recommend vitamin D supplementation in winter. tree →
• Iron supplementation helped her feel less tired. tree →
• Farmers use supplementation to feed their animals extra minerals. tree →
• Babies sometimes need vitamin supplementation. tree →
• Supplementation should only be done with a doctor's advice. tree →
• The school got some supplementation of its budget. tree →
• A balanced diet usually needs little supplementation. tree →

Note

Uncountable. Noun: a supplement (the thing added); verb: supplement; adjective: supplementary. Safety: never take vitamin pills or supplements without an adult; some, like iron, are dangerous in large amounts.