Do Humans Eat Nucleic Acids? The Surprising Truth About Your Diet
                                
                                
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                                Every living cell, from a plant's leaf to a fish's fin, contains nucleic acids. This means that every time a human eats a living organism, they are consuming nucleic acids. While not classified as an essential nutrient, these compounds are a natural and unavoidable part of a complete diet.