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Chemical Fuel Matrix

Meaning

The Chemical Fuel Matrix represents the dynamic, integrated reservoir of energy substrates—including glucose, fatty acids, and amino acids—available for immediate or sustained cellular energy production throughout the body. This matrix is not static; its composition and accessibility are meticulously regulated by key metabolic and hormonal signals, such as insulin, glucagon, and thyroid hormones. Optimal matrix management is critical for consistent energy levels, metabolic flexibility, and preventing substrate overload or depletion.