nutrient-dense
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He says this particular salad range - which is larger, designed to be more filling and nutrient-dense - has proved popular, with Pret selling 40% more items than expected.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
For generations, it has symbolized resilience and rural life, valued for its toughness, ability to graze on marginal land, and nutrient-dense milk that supported small farmers.
From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026
It debuted a new nutrient-dense menu, created in collaboration with the wellness company Function.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026
Some ingredients commonly found in Chinese fine dining include qi-boosting gelatinous fish maw, collagen-rich bird’s nest and nutrient-dense sea cucumber.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 18, 2025
Smaller animals also typically require more nutrient-dense food than larger ones, because they have faster metabolisms and consume more energy per unit of body mass.
From Salon • Dec. 30, 2024
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