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Catabolic Load Management

Meaning

Catabolic Load Management is the clinical strategy focused on mitigating the overall destructive metabolic processes that lead to the breakdown of complex molecules, such as muscle protein and bone matrix. The catabolic state is primarily driven by stressors like intense exercise, prolonged fasting, illness, and elevated cortisol levels. Effective management is crucial for preserving lean body mass, accelerating recovery, and maintaining hormonal balance, particularly in the context of fitness and aging. This approach seeks to control the balance between tissue breakdown and synthesis.