certain vitamins

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certain
adjective
uk
/ˈsɜː.tən/us
/ˈsɝː.tən/
having no doubt or knowing exactly that something is true, or known to be true, correct, exact, ...
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vitamin
noun[C]
uk
/ˈvɪt.ə.mɪn/us
/ˈvaɪ.t̬ə-/
any of a group of natural substances that are necessary in small amounts for the growth and good health of ...
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Certain vitamins, tonics, and comfort medicines are not reimbursed by healthcare insurance.
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There is little doubt that deficiency diseases, and particularly those of certain vitamins have, throughout the history of mankind, been a major cause of disease and death.
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The process of milling wheat to give white flour results in partial elimination of certain vitamins which are left largely in the 'offals'.
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Or, suppose a person needs certain vitamins, but his lack of them may have no effect on his wellbeing.
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The value of these and of certain vitamins and minerals also imported amounted to £68,354.
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Many sensible people in this country wanted to continue to use certain vitamins.
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However, there are also products, certain vitamins and minerals, that are not without risk.
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One option would be to introduce maximum permitted daily doses for dietary supplements containing certain vitamins and minerals known to be toxic in excess.
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Current proposals for new bread and flour regulations retain the present requirement that flour should contain specified quantities of certain vitamins and minerals.
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This is because scientific opinions show that absorbing excessive quantities of certain vitamins and minerals may have undesirable or harmful effects.
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Not only do they have no nutritive value, but because of their capacity for absorbing and immobilising certain vitamins they actually deprive the body of essential elements in the diet.
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It is proposed, very modestly, to send certain concentrates—powdered milk, certain vitamins which can, at most, be regarded as first aid nutritional relief.
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Milk is the most nearly perfect food, and contains the best balance of essential nutrients, particularly calcium, proteins and certain vitamins.
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Certain vitamins are also an important part of the management of alcohol withdrawal syndrome.
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It requires certain vitamins and minerals to be present at certain times.
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Heating techniques may also reduce food's content of many heat-labile nutrients such as certain vitamins and phytochemicals, and possibly other yet-to-be-discovered substances.
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Pre-natal vitamins are sometimes suggested by doctors, as they contain more of certain vitamins than most multi-vitamins.
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However, they also contain antioxidants and certain vitamins, so they may be beneficial when eaten in moderation.
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In addition, certain vitamins and other nutrients are required in greater quantities than normal, often creating abnormal eating habits.
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Sometimes, a lack of certain vitamins and minerals can be caused in the host by the very high demand of the parasite.
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