dietliteracy
nounUK /ˈdaɪətˌlɪtərəsi/
US /ˈdaɪətˌlɪtərisi/
Knowing how to pick healthy foods and understand food labels.
The school teaches dietliteracy so kids can make smart choices at the grocery store.
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2. The ability to read and understand diet-related research and claims.
Her dietliteracy helped her spot misleading claims on supplement bottles.
3. Skills for planning balanced meals on a budget.
The community class improved dietliteracy among families shopping with limited income.
4. Understanding how food affects the body and long-term health.
Doctors encourage dietliteracy to help patients manage diabetes.