| nutritional polyneuropathy |
polyneuropathy due to nutritional deficits, as seen with beriberi, pellagra, alcoholism, malabsorption syndromes, Strachan's syndrome, and other conditions. Cf. anemic p.
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| nutrition |
The taking in and use of food and other nourishing material by the body. Nutrition is a 3-part process. First, food or drink is consumed. Second, the body breaks down the food or drink into nutrients. Third, the nutrients travel through the bloodstream to different parts of the body where they are used as "fuel" and for many other purposes. To give the body proper nutrition, a person has to eat and drink enough of the foods that contain key nutrients.
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| nutritionist |
A health professional with special training in nutrition who can offer help with the choice of foods a person eats and drinks. Also called a dietitian.
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| nutritional |
Refers to food that provide nutrients, such as proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and enzymes necessary for the body to make and repair cells and sustain life. A balance of these elements is required to maintain optimal health.
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| nutrition |
The science or practice of taking in and utilizing foods or nourishing substances for cell growth, energy and to fight infections. Nutrition can be taken by mouth, IV, NJ, or NG tube.
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