dietary

/ˈdaɪəˌtɛri/
noun
  1. A regulated or prescribed allowance of food, especially in an institution or for a specific group.
    • The hospital dietary is designed to meet patients' medical needs.
    • The prison's dietary consists of basic, nutritious meals.
    • The school's dietary was updated to include more fresh fruit.
adjective
  1. Relating to the food a person or animal eats, especially regarding health or nutrition.
    • The hospital provides dietary advice for patients with diabetes.
    • She has special dietary needs because she is allergic to nuts.
    • Many restaurants now offer options for various dietary restrictions.
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