Micronutrients are required in trace amounts but are indispensable for physiological processes, acting as cofactors for enzymes.
: Supports cellular metabolism, immune function, protein synthesis, wound healing, and DNA synthesis.
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: Insulates organs and helps absorb certain vitamins. Good Fats : Healthy oils found in nuts, seeds, and avocados. Micronutrients: The Body's Helpers
: Required for the synthesis of thyroid hormones, which regulate growth, development, and metabolic rate. Deficiency causes goiter and cretinism.
Compounds the body cannot synthesize on its own (or cannot make in sufficient quantities), meaning they must be obtained through the diet.