Alimentación (en. Nutrition)

/alimentasjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Set of foods consumed to maintain health.
Good nutrition is essential for children's development.
Una buena alimentación es fundamental para el desarrollo de los niños.
The action of nourishing.
The nutrition of the animals at the zoo is the responsibility of the keepers.
La alimentación de los animales en el zoo es responsabilidad de los cuidadores.
System of dietary practices and habits.
Vegetarian nutrition can be very healthy if planned properly.
La alimentación vegetariana puede ser muy saludable si se planea adecuadamente.

Etymology

From Latin 'alimentatio', which derives from the verb 'alimentare', meaning to nourish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

healthy nutrition
Type of nutrition that promotes health.
alimentación saludable
adequate diet
Nutrition plan that meets nutritional needs.
dieta adecuada
malnutrition
Condition resulting from inadequate nutrition.
desnutrición

Related Words

nutrition
Process by which living beings obtain and use nutrients.
nutrición
food
Substance that is consumed to obtain energy and nutrients.
alimento
diet
Set of foods that a person usually consumes.
dieta

Slang Meanings

Eating well and healthy.
I was into nutrition, but now I only eat junk.
Estaba en la alimentación, pero ahora solo como chatarra.
Lifestyle related to food.
He takes care of himself and follows a fitness diet.
Él se cuida y sigue una alimentación de fit.