electrolytes
Medical term Nutrition
Ions dissolved in body fluids that support most body functions and help maintain homeostasis.
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Related terms
- homeostasisThe body's ability to keep a stable internal environment, such as temperature and fluid balance.
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- carbohydrateA macronutrient built from sugars that supplies the body with energy.
- celiac diseaseAn autoimmune disorder in which eating gluten damages the small intestine.
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