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micronutrient

[mahy-kroh-noo-tree-uhnt, -nyoo-] / ˌmaɪ kroʊˈnu tri ənt, -ˈnyu- /
NOUN
trace element
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These organisms rely on iron, a vital micronutrient, to grow and function.

From Science Daily • Jan. 12, 2026

Pregnant and lactating women are at exceptionally high risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency due to the increased nutritional demands as they provide the micronutrient for themselves and their babies.

From Science Daily • Dec. 1, 2023

The study, published this week in Nature Microbiology, offers critical insights into the far-reaching consequences of micronutrient deficiencies in early life.

From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 2023

Importantly, mice with micronutrient deficiencies also exhibited a higher enrichment of genes that have been linked to antibiotic resistance.

From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 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




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