micronutrient
noun
mi·cro·nu·tri·ent
ˌmī-krō-ˈnü-trē-ənt 
-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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Adding fruits and whole foods increases carb intake and provides antioxidants and micronutrients that support muscle recovery.
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Selenium Selenium is a micronutrient found in foods like meats and fish.
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 28 Jan. 2026
And excess phosphorus in soil can hinder the uptake of essential plant micronutrients and alter the soil microbial community, reducing diversity that is important for good soil health.
—Dinesh Phuyal, The Conversation, 26 Jan. 2026
The more expensive diet did a better job of meeting her micronutrient needs, though vitamin E and calcium were still pretty low.
—Sarah Todd, STAT, 16 Jan. 2026
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Selenium Selenium is a micronutrient found in foods like meats and fish.
—Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 28 Jan. 2026
And excess phosphorus in soil can hinder the uptake of essential plant micronutrients and alter the soil microbial community, reducing diversity that is important for good soil health.
—Dinesh Phuyal, The Conversation, 26 Jan. 2026
The more expensive diet did a better job of meeting her micronutrient needs, though vitamin E and calcium were still pretty low.
—Sarah Todd, STAT, 16 Jan. 2026
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“Micronutrient.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/micronutrient. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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micronutrient
noun
mi·cro·nu·tri·ent
-ˈn(y)ü-trē-ənt
: 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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