Ylisyöttö

Ylisyöttö is a Finnish term referring to the act or condition of providing more input, typically in the form of food or nutrients, than is necessary or beneficial. The word is formed from yli- meaning over and syöttö meaning feeding or input. It is used across different fields to describe excessive input of nourishment or resources.

In nutrition and health, ylisyöttö describes giving a person more calories or nutrients than their body needs. Chronic overfeeding can contribute to obesity, metabolic disorders, and related health complications. In clinical settings, careful management of energy and nutrient intake aims to prevent overfeeding, which can be especially risky for patients in recovery or with certain medical conditions.

In animal care and husbandry, ylisyöttö denotes overfeeding pets or livestock, leading to obesity, digestive problems, and higher care costs.

In agriculture and horticulture, ylisyöttö refers to excessive application of fertilizers or nutrients to soil or hydroponic systems. While short-term gains may occur, long-term effects include soil degradation, nutrient imbalance, and environmental problems such as eutrophication of waterways and groundwater contamination.

The term is often contrasted with alisyöttö, underfeeding. It is used in discussions of dietary planning, farm and animal nutrition, and nutrient management and environmental impact.