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essential nutrient

[ ɪˈsɛnʃəl ˈnjuːtriənt ]

Noun

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dietary

Essential nutrients are compounds that the body cannot produce on its own and must be obtained through diet. These nutrients are necessary for the body to function properly and maintain overall health.

Synonyms

necessary nutrients, required nutrients, vital nutrients.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
essential nutrient	Use when referring to a nutrient that is crucial for the body to function properly but cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained through diet. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for humans because our bodies cannot produce it. Proteins are essential nutrients necessary for muscle repair.
vital nutrients	Use when emphasizing the importance and indispensability of certain nutrients for critical bodily functions and overall survival. Omega-3 fatty acids are vital nutrients for brain development. Water is one of the most vital nutrients for human survival.
necessary nutrients	Use when discussing nutrients needed for general health and well-being, without stressing their absence or inability to be synthesized by the body. A balanced diet provides all the necessary nutrients. Fruits and vegetables are full of necessary nutrients for a healthy life.
required nutrients	Use when indicating the specific nutrients that must be included in a diet to meet dietary guidelines or medical recommendations. Calcium is a required nutrient for bone health. Iron is a required nutrient, especially in pregnant women.

Examples of usage

Protein, vitamins, and minerals are all examples of essential nutrients.
Without essential nutrients, the body may experience deficiencies and health problems.
Eating a balanced diet ensures that you get all the essential nutrients your body needs.

Translations

Translations of the word "essential nutrient" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nutriente essencial

🇮🇳 आवश्यक पोषक तत्व

🇩🇪 essentieller Nährstoff

🇮🇩 nutrisi esensial

🇺🇦 основна поживна речовина

🇵🇱 niezbędny składnik odżywczy

🇯🇵 必須栄養素

🇫🇷 nutriment essentiel

🇪🇸 nutriente esencial

🇹🇷 temel besin

🇰🇷 필수 영양소

🇸🇦 مغذٍ أساسي

🇨🇿 esenciální živina

🇸🇰 esenciálna živina

🇨🇳 必需营养素

🇸🇮 bistveno hranilo

🇮🇸 nauðsynlegt næringarefni

🇰🇿 маңызды қоректік зат

🇬🇪 აუცილებელი საკვები ნივთიერება

🇦🇿 əsas qida maddəsi

🇲🇽 nutriente esencial

Etymology

The concept of essential nutrients dates back to the early 20th century when scientists began to identify specific compounds necessary for human health. Through research and experimentation, the importance of essential nutrients in maintaining health and preventing diseases has become widely recognized.