Nutritious food refers to any type of food that provides essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals necessary for maintaining good health. This includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. The term "nutritious" is used to describe the quality or state of being nourishing and providing proper nutrition. In other words, it means food that provides energy, growth, and maintenance of body tissues while also supporting good health and preventing chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, etc.