Nutrient

Nutrient

Nourishment for growth or metabolism, especially a nourishing ingredient in a food such as protein.

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nutrient

Health care; Nutrition

Nourishment for growth or metabolism, especially a nourishing ingredient in a food such as protein.

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Health care; Nutrition

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macronutrient

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metabolism

Health care; Nutrition

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