Nahrungsergänzungsmittel

dietary supplement

noun NAH-roongs-ehr-gaen-tsoongs-mit-tel Rare

Also means

nutritional supplement

Usage Note

Nahrungsergänzungsmittel are concentrated sources of vitamins, minerals, or other substances sold in Germany as food products rather than medicines. They do not require a prescription but are regulated under food law. Common examples are Vitamin D, Omega-3, and Magnesium supplements.

Examples

"Ihr Arzt empfahl ihr in der Schwangerschaft Nahrungsergänzungsmittel mit Folsäure."

Natural Translation

Her doctor recommended dietary supplements with folic acid during pregnancy.

Literal Translation

Her doctor recommended her in the pregnancy dietary supplements with folic acid.

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