bioavailability
noun
bio·avail·abil·i·ty
ˌbī-(ˌ)ō-ə-ˌvā-lə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: the degree and rate at which a substance (such as a drug) is absorbed into a living system or is made available at the site of physiological activity
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This strong mixture is specifically crafted for maximum bioavailability so that every delightful chocolatey bite leads to a truly transformative psychedelic experience.
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Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Although biotin is naturally found in many foods such as egg yolks, nuts, seeds, and vegetables, its bioavailability can vary.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
It is commonly used in popular weight loss supplements to enhance the bioavailability of the ingredients.
—Robert James and, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2024
This significantly higher purity results in greater bioavailability without taste impairment, color distortion, or unwanted compounds.
—Luke Knapp, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The study’s findings show that foods made with PPO-containing fruits and vegetables can have an impact on the bioavailability of flavanols.
—Rebecca Jaspan, Mph, Rd, Health, 29 Sep. 2023
In past reviews, outdated methods suggested that oral doses of phenylephrine resulted in 38 percent bioavailability of the active version of the drug after ingestion.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 15 Sep. 2023
The primary objective is to evaluate the absolute bioavailability of TH104 as well as assess safety and tolerability.
—Sacramento Bee, 5 Feb. 2024
This form of magnesium has better bioavailability and is less likely to cause digestive issues.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 29 Jan. 2024
Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Although biotin is naturally found in many foods such as egg yolks, nuts, seeds, and vegetables, its bioavailability can vary.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
It is commonly used in popular weight loss supplements to enhance the bioavailability of the ingredients.
—Robert James and, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2024
This significantly higher purity results in greater bioavailability without taste impairment, color distortion, or unwanted compounds.
—Luke Knapp, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The study’s findings show that foods made with PPO-containing fruits and vegetables can have an impact on the bioavailability of flavanols.
—Rebecca Jaspan, Mph, Rd, Health, 29 Sep. 2023
In past reviews, outdated methods suggested that oral doses of phenylephrine resulted in 38 percent bioavailability of the active version of the drug after ingestion.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 15 Sep. 2023
The primary objective is to evaluate the absolute bioavailability of TH104 as well as assess safety and tolerability.
—Sacramento Bee, 5 Feb. 2024
This form of magnesium has better bioavailability and is less likely to cause digestive issues.
—Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 29 Jan. 2024
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bioavailability
noun
bio·avail·abil·i·ty
-ə-ˌvā-lə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural bioavailabilities
: the degree and rate at which a substance (as a drug) is absorbed into a living system or is made available at the site of physiological activity
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