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micronutrient

American  
[mahy-kroh-noo-tree-uhnt, -nyoo-] / ˌmaɪ kroʊˈnu tri ənt, -ˈnyu- /

noun

Biochemistry.
  1. an essential nutrient, as a trace mineral or vitamin, that is required by an organism in minute amounts.


micronutrient British  
/ ˌmaɪkrəʊˈnjuːtrɪənt /

noun

  1. any substance, such as a vitamin or trace element, essential for healthy growth and development but required only in minute amounts

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Etymology

Origin of micronutrient

First recorded in 1935–40; micro- + nutrient

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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

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

Antibiotic resistance is often attributed to overuse and misuse of antibiotics, but the work of Dr. Littlejohn and her UBC colleagues suggests that the 'hidden hunger' of micronutrient deficiencies is another important factor.

From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 2023

University of B.C. researchers have uncovered startling connections between micronutrient deficiencies and the composition of gut microbiomes in early life that could help explain why resistance to antibiotics has been rising across the globe.

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