Nutritional supplement drink
Nutritional Supplement Drink
A Nutritional Supplement Drink (pronunciation: /njuːˈtrɪʃənəl/ /ˈsʌplɪmənt/ /drɪŋk/) is a type of beverage specifically designed to provide nutrients often missing or not consumed in sufficient quantity in a person's diet.
Etymology
The term "Nutritional Supplement Drink" is derived from the words "nutrition", "supplement", and "drink". "Nutrition" comes from the Latin word nutrire, meaning "to feed" or "to nourish". "Supplement" is derived from the Latin supplementum, meaning "something added to complete a thing". "Drink" comes from the Old English drincan, meaning "to drink".
Types of Nutritional Supplement Drinks
There are several types of nutritional supplement drinks, including:
- Protein shakes: These are typically used by athletes and bodybuilders for muscle recovery and growth.
- Meal replacement shakes: These are often used for weight loss or weight management.
- Vitamin and mineral drinks: These are used to supplement a diet that may be lacking in certain nutrients.
- Herbal supplement drinks: These are used for various health benefits, such as boosting the immune system or improving digestion.
Related Terms
- Dietary supplement: A product intended to supplement the diet that contains one or more dietary ingredients.
- Nutrient: A substance used by an organism to survive, grow, and reproduce.
- Vitamin: An organic molecule that is an essential micronutrient that an organism needs in small quantities for the proper functioning of its metabolism.
- Mineral: A solid, naturally occurring substance that has a definite chemical composition and crystal structure.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nutritional supplement drink
- Wikipedia's article - Nutritional supplement drink
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