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orthomolecular

or·tho·mo·lec·u·lar
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [awr-thoh-muh-lek-yuh-ler]
    • /ˌɔr θoʊ məˈlɛk yə lər/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [awr-thoh-muh-lek-yuh-ler]
    • /ˌɔr θoʊ məˈlɛk yə lər/

Definitions of orthomolecular word

  • adjective orthomolecular being or pertaining to the treatment of disease by increasing, decreasing, or otherwise controlling the intake of natural substances, especially vitamins. Compare megavitamin (def 1). 1
  • noun orthomolecular Pertaining to a theory that illness can be treated and health maximized by creating the optimal molecular environment for the cells of the body through the introduction of natural substances. 1
  • adjective orthomolecular relating to a method of treating chemical imbalances in the body by use of vitamins 0
  • adjective orthomolecular of or involving a regimen in which megavitamins, trace minerals, etc. are taken in an effort to improve the balance of nutrients in the body molecules 0
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Origin of orthomolecular

First appearance:

before 1965
One of the 2% newest English words
1965-70; ortho- + molecular, referring to “the provision of the optimum molecular environment for the mind,” according to term's originator, Linus Pauling

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Parts of speech for Orthomolecular

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orthomolecular popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 44% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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Top questions with orthomolecular

  • what is orthomolecular medicine?
  • what is orthomolecular?
  • what is orthomolecular nutrition?

Related words

  • megavitamin

    of, relating to, or using very large amounts of vitamins: megavitamin therapy. Compare orthomolecular.
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