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nutrient-dense

American  
[noo-tree-uhnt-dens] / ˈnu tri əntˌdɛns /

adjective

  1. (of food) relatively rich in nutrients for the number of calories contained.

    A potato is a nutrient-dense carbohydrate.


Other Word Forms

  • nutrient density noun

Example Sentences

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But because it can be very nutrient-dense, there are rules on how and when it can be used.

From BBC

For generations, it has symbolized resilience and rural life, valued for its toughness, ability to graze on marginal land, and nutrient-dense milk that supported small farmers.

From Science Daily

“Anti-obesity drugs will have a lasting influence on the food market, “nudging some consumers toward smaller portions and more nutrient-dense protein and fiber-forward foods,” Harmening says.

From The Wall Street Journal

"While GLP-1 receptor agonists are increasingly used, there remains a clear gap in structured nutritional guidance. In the interim, we can draw on well-established post-bariatric nutrition principles. Our previous work highlights the importance of prioritizing nutrient-dense foods including high-quality protein intake, ideally distributed evenly across meals, to help preserve lean mass during periods of reduced appetite and rapid weight loss."

From Science Daily

In the last few weeks, supermarkets The Co-op, Morrisons and Marks and Spencer have brought out nutrient-dense ranges of ready meals, and Ocado now sells a 100g steak, which it said was in response to the growing number of customers seeking smaller portions.

From BBC