| Term | nutritional supplement |
| Alternate Terms | dietary supplement; nutraceutical; vitamin supplement |
| Definition | A nutritional supplement is a product designed to provide essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, or amino acids that may be deficient in one's diet. In conventional medicine, they address specific deficiencies; naturopathic and Ayurvedic traditions use them holistically to balance body systems and promote vitality. TCM employs similar tonics to harmonize qi and support organ function;. |
| Category | integrative nutrition |
| Context | Nutritional supplements bridge gaps in modern diets across allopathic, naturopathic, herbal, TCM, and Ayurvedic practices to foster preventive health. |
| Etymology | From 'nutrition' (Latin nutritio;, nourishment) and 'supplement' (Latin supplere, to fill up). |
| Examples | multivitamin tablet; omega-3 capsule; probiotic powder; ginseng extract; |
| Related Terms | vitamin; mineral; herbal tonic; adaptogen; phytonutrient |
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