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Cellular Fuel Source Optimization

Meaning

Cellular fuel source optimization is the physiological strategy of strategically modulating nutrient intake and metabolic pathways to ensure cells preferentially utilize the most efficient and least inflammatory substrates for energy production. This involves balancing the use of glucose, fatty acids, and ketones to maximize mitochondrial efficiency and minimize oxidative stress. Achieving this optimization is crucial for maintaining tissue health, promoting longevity, and supporting robust endocrine function throughout the body. It represents a precise clinical focus on metabolic flexibility at the cellular level.