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Medical term Nutrition
Craving and eating nonfood substances, such as clay.
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Related terms
- macronutrientA nutrient needed in large amounts for energy: carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
- micronutrientA nutrient needed in small amounts, such as vitamins and minerals.
- mineralAn inorganic nutrient the body needs to function properly.
- obesityBody weight greater than the healthy range for height; in adults, a BMI of 30 or higher.
- proteinA macronutrient made of many amino acids linked together.
- vitaminAn organic micronutrient the body needs for normal growth and metabolism.
- water-soluble vitaminsThe B vitamins and vitamin C, which dissolve in water.