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Nutrient

A nutrient is a substance that provides nourishment to the body from food. Protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, and minerals are all nutrients that are used by the body.

By Healthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics
Specialist Medical Reviewer Rhonda O'Brien, MS, RD, CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator
Last Revised November 4, 2009

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Last Updated: November 04, 2009
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