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micronutrient

[mahy-kroh-noo-tree-uhnt, -nyoo-] / ˌmaɪ kroʊˈnu tri ənt, -ˈnyu- /
NOUN
trace element
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The researchers believe this behavior reflects a process they call "micronutrient deleveraging."

From Science Daily • Feb. 5, 2026

Vitamin B1 is an essential micronutrient for human beings.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2024

University of B.C. researchers have uncovered startling connections between micronutrient deficiencies and the composition of gut microbiomes in early life that could help explain why resistance to antibiotics has been rising across the globe.

From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 2023

Vitamin B12 is a well-known micronutrient that has long been acknowledged for its essential role in maintaining nerve function, supporting red blood cell production, and facilitating DNA synthesis, all vital processes for overall health.

From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2023

Known in the public health sphere as multiple micronutrient supplements, this new generation of supplements contains 13 additional nutrients, including vitamins A, D, E, and C, as well as zinc and other elements.

From National Geographic • Sep. 12, 2023