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Gene nutrient interactions and evolution.
Nutrition reviews - 1 May 2006
Soloway Paul D
Abstract excerpt
Nutritional requirements are not the same for all individuals. While there is generally a common requirement for the types of nutrients needed for survival, the quantities needed vary. In several instances, the differences in nutrient requirements can be attributed to specific genetic differences among individuals. When higher nutrient needs associated with certain genotypes are not met, there will be selection...
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