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basal metabolism

NOUN
minimum energy requirement
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The relationship between basal metabolism and weight is complicated, however, Pontzer says.

From Scientific American

Exercise remains central to our basal metabolism, even though it is no longer a core part of life for some human populations.

From Nature

Sloping lines represent regressions of oxygen consumption on chamber air temperature, and horizontal lines, basal metabolism.

From Project Gutenberg

This measurement represents the basal metabolism of a man at complete rest, when his oxidative activities are at their lowest ebb.

From Project Gutenberg

Intermittent fasting and other timed eating regimens ultimately reduce caloric intake, raising similar concerns of slowing basal metabolism.

From Scientific American