HealthAugust 17, 2026

dietetics

dy-uh-TET-iks

Definition

The branch of knowledge concerned with the diet and its effects on health, especially with the practical application of nutritional science.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'diaitētikos', meaning 'pertaining to a way of living,' which comes from 'diaita,' meaning 'manner of living' or 'diet'.

In the news

The term is used to describe the professional field of Kelly Jones, who reviewed the article, highlighting the expertise required to evaluate how diet and food processing affect long-term health.

Protein Bars Got a Bad Rap. New Research Says They Deserve a Break.

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