Dietary
ˈdaɪətəri
Definitions
Relating to or concerning the diet, or the food and drink consumed by a person or group.
ˈdaɪətəri
Relating to diet or the regulation of food and drink.
She followed a strict dietary plan to lose weight.
💡 Simply: Like when your doctor tells you to eat more fruits and veggies to stay healthy, that's dietary advice! It's all about what you eat and drink.
👶 For kids: About the food you eat and drink! If your mom says you need a dietary change, it means you need to eat more healthy stuff!
More Examples
Dietary changes can improve heart health.
The book provides dietary recommendations for specific health conditions.
How It's Used
"Patients are often given dietary advice to manage their conditions."
"The dietary guidelines recommend a balanced intake of nutrients."
From Middle English *dietarie*, from Old French *diétaire*, from Medieval Latin *diētārius*, from Latin *diēta* ('a way of life, diet').
The term 'dietary' has been used since the late 14th century, often referring to regulations concerning food and drink, especially in a medicinal context.
Memory tip
Think of 'diet' and 'ary' (like 'relating to'). Dietary means anything about your diet!