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micronutrient

[mahy-kroh-noo-tree-uhnt, -nyoo-] / ˌmaɪ kroʊˈnu tri ənt, -ˈnju- /
NOUN
trace element
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For $2.50, an expectant mother can receive micronutrient supplements that prevent stunting and lifelong cognitive damage in her child—returning nearly $100 of long-term benefits per child.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

Vitamin B12 is an essential micronutrient involved in several critical processes in the body, including red blood cell formation and normal nervous system function.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026

The researchers believe this behavior reflects a process they call "micronutrient deleveraging."

From Science Daily ● Feb. 5, 2026

These organisms rely on iron, a vital micronutrient, to grow and function.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 12, 2026

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




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