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Cytokines
Cytokines are small signaling molecules of soluble glycoproteins released by immune cells and various other cells. They regulate immune response, support cell-to-cell communication and…
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Cue
A cue is a trigger or signal that initiates a habit. It’s a prompt that tells your brain to go into automatic mode and…
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Cyberbullying is a form of bullying that takes place through electronic devices and online platforms. It involves the use of technology, such as social…
Read termComparative Abundance
Comparative abundance is a metric that allows us to investigate different microbial populations by comparing the relative quantities of two or more species. While…
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The perception of internal bodily states and sensations we experience in relation to dietary intake (both short- and long-term).
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Rather than focusing on the intake of single nutrients, a dietary pattern refers to the overall combination of foods and beverages typically consumed by…
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