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nutrient

[noo-tree-uhnt, nyoo-] / ˈnu tri ənt, ˈnju- /
NOUN
source of nourishment
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Her analysis found that dopamine release following nutrient delivery was especially concentrated in the left side of the BLA.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

The original experiments showed that removing the protein could increase nutrient consumption in human cells and interfere with fat cell formation in mouse cells.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026

“We know that GLP-1s have an impact on caloric and nutrient absorption,” she says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026

The rest of the time they emit a continuous stream of treated effluent which, while cleaner than raw sewage, can contain high nutrient levels.

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

But for those who’ve lived as refugees longer than memory, learning to believe in the nutrient cycle requires something close to a religious conversion.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver

Still, Knight suggests that one possible explanation for some of their effects could involve reducing the dopamine signals generated when nutrients reach the digestive system.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

Fiber helps discourage bacteria from consuming proteins in the gut's protective mucus, while Prif provides an alternative source of nutrients that supports the production of healthier metabolites.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

When food enters the digestive tract, specialized sensors detect nutrients, including sugar and fat.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

Use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs has also played a role, as people look for ways to get more nutrients into their diet.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 7, 2026

"Will you keep it down? I'm trying to sleep. The nutrients need three solid hours to soak in."

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda


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