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vitamin

[vahy-tuh-min, vit-uh-min] / ˈvaɪ tə mɪn, ˈvɪt ə mɪn /
NOUN
nutrient
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Although chemically similar to the vitamin humans need, this form is not bioavailable to people, meaning the body cannot effectively use it.

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

By changing the light environment in which Spirulina grows, the researchers were able to encourage production of biologically active vitamin B12.

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

Dr. Asaf Tzachor explains, "the findings demonstrate that photosynthetically controlled Spirulina can produce desirable levels of active vitamin B12, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional animal-source foods."

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

More ambitious production scenarios could potentially supply enough vitamin B12 to meet the RDA for more than 26.5 million children aged 1-3 and more than 50 million children aged 0-6 months.

From Science Daily Aug. 30, 2026

She led her daughters back to their apartment with a vitamin box full of Soviet secrets under her baby son’s blanket.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

Heavily processed milling strips away bran, germ and other nutrients, and while federal law requires such flour to be enriched, the end product still lacks key vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants.

From Barron's Sep. 3, 2026

In particular, the company sees opportunity to grow in the premium, science-led vitamins, minerals and supplements space, where its brands like Solgar and Pure Encapsulations continue to perform strongly, Chief Executive Philipp Navratil said.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

“Essential oils are natural and can be irritating allergens. And ‘chemical-free skincare’ is scientifically impossible; water is a chemical, lipids are chemicals, and vitamins are chemicals.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

He said the vegetarian menu would provide enough protein and vitamins to match the nutritional value of eggs.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2026

Olanna liked them that way; she said they retained more of their vitamins.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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