metabolism

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In general, when you lose weight, your metabolism slows and you burn fewer calories.

From The Wall Street Journal

In other words, metabolism plays a central role in determining whether neurons weaken or endure.

From Science Daily

In this study, scientists used mice to explore how the diet affects metabolism over time, with results pointing to potentially harmful changes in how the body handles fats and carbohydrates.

From Science Daily

When researchers analyzed gene activity, they found higher expression of genes involved in collagen metabolism, blood vessel formation, and inflammation in early-onset CRC samples.

From Science Daily

These included specialized teeth, changes in the palate and diaphragm that supported more efficient breathing and metabolism, and likely features such as warm-bloodedness and fur.

From Science Daily