Condition
Metabolize
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 25 April 20051 min read
Key points
- Metabolism is the process of changing energy sources into energy.
- For example, food proteins are metabolized into energy or heat to be used or absorbed by the body.
Definition
Metabolism is the process of changing energy sources into energy. For example, food proteins are metabolized into energy or heat to be used or absorbed by the body.
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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