adjective
- relating to diet or the regulation of food intake, especially for health or medical reasons
- of or relating to dietetics, the science of nutrition and the application of nutrition principles to health
Usage: technical
Examples
- The hospital offers dietetic counseling to help patients manage their diabetes.
- She consulted a dietetic specialist about her nutritional needs.
- Dietetic products are often labeled with nutritional information.
- The dietetic approach to weight loss emphasizes balanced meals.
- Many schools now employ dietetic professionals in their cafeterias.
- Dietetic guidelines recommend limiting sodium intake.