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metabolism

[muh-tab-uh-liz-uhm] / məˈtæb əˌlɪz əm /


NOUN
digestion
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"Physiologically, macrophages can handle cholesterol metabolism," said Ivan Salladay-Perez, first author of the new study and a graduate student in the Covarrubias lab.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

However, carbohydrates such as bread, rice, and noodles are consumed daily around the world, yet their role in obesity and metabolism has not been explored as thoroughly.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

It involves changes in metabolism and inflammation, and these changes can vary widely between individuals.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

The study found that these practices activated natural pathways involved in brain flexibility, metabolism, immune function, and pain relief.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

Together, these items weighed between 12 and 18 pounds, depending upon a man’s habits or rate of metabolism.

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien




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