nutritionalunderstanding
nounUK /njuːˈtrɪʃənəl ˌʌndəˈstændɪŋ/
US /nuːˈtrɪʃənəl ˌʌndərˈstændɪŋ/
Knowing how the food you eat helps your body grow and stay healthy.
The school garden taught the children nutritionalunderstanding by letting them grow and taste fresh vegetables.
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2. A grasp of how nutrients affect bodily functions and long-term health.
Her nutritionalunderstanding helped her plan balanced meals for the whole family.
3. The ability to read food labels and judge whether a product is good for you.
His nutritionalunderstanding made him choose the cereal with less sugar.
4. Awareness of the link between diet and conditions such as obesity or diabetes.
The clinic promotes nutritionalunderstanding to help patients manage their blood sugar.