supplementation
Americannoun
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the act or process of supplementing.
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the state of being supplemented.
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something that supplements.
Etymology
Origin of supplementation
First recorded in 1850–55; supplement + -ation
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There are also unanswered questions about the long-term safety of D-serine supplementation.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
While increasing Menin improved both cognitive function and physical signs of aging, D-serine supplementation primarily improved cognition.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
It found that D2 supplementation significantly reduced parathyroid hormone levels and produced a small increase in blood calcium, demonstrating that D2 continues to have meaningful biological effects even though it may reduce circulating D3.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
They also argue that clinicians, guideline panels, and regulatory agencies "should re-evaluate their general recommendations for calcium and vitamin D supplementation in light of current evidence."
From Science Daily ● Sep. 21, 2026
But legislation alone is not adequate to meet the situation; the underlying cause is the insufficient payment of adult workers, which practically necessitates supplementation by what the children can add to the family income.
From Problems of Conduct by Durant Drake
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