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metabolism

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


NOUN
digestion
Synonyms


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This chain of signaling is essential for the hormone's ability to influence metabolism and reduce body weight.

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

The research shows that risks related to heart health, metabolism, and inflammation do not develop in the same way across sexes.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

Blood samples were also analyzed to track changes in metabolism, immune function, and other biological markers.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

Meanwhile, its metabolism slowed almost to a halt, it had drifted off into a trance.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick




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