micronutrient

noun

mi·​cro·​nu·​tri·​ent ˌmī-krō-ˈnü-trē-ənt How to pronounce micronutrient (audio)
-ˈnyü-
: a chemical element or substance (such as calcium or vitamin C) that is essential in minute amounts to the growth and health of a living organism see trace element compare macronutrient

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Turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, ginger, saffron and cayenne pepper are all loaded with micronutrients and antioxidants. Dr. Uma Naidoo, Contributor, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2025 When pregnant, the body needs greater amounts of certain micronutrients to support the health of both the pregnant person and the fetus. Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025 The findings also suggest that better monitoring of micronutrients in people at risk for type 2 diabetes, especially for magnesium, may be useful, says Bridges. Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 29 Jan. 2025 Prenatal supplements often combine folic acid, iron, calcium, vitamin D, and other micronutrients. Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 8 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for micronutrient 

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of micronutrient was in 1939

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“Micronutrient.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/micronutrient. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

Medical Definition

micronutrient

noun
mi·​cro·​nu·​tri·​ent -ˈn(y)ü-trē-ənt How to pronounce micronutrient (audio)
: a chemical element or substance (such as calcium or vitamin C) that is essential in minute amounts to growth and health see trace element compare macronutrient

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