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Chronic Energy Signaling

Meaning

Chronic Energy Signaling describes the sustained, long-term communication between peripheral energy stores, primarily adipose tissue, and the central nervous system regarding the overall energy status of the body. This signaling is crucial for maintaining energy homeostasis over periods extending beyond a single meal, providing a metric of energy sufficiency or deficit. Key hormonal signals in this context reflect the quantity of stored energy, rather than acute nutrient availability. Clinical assessment of these signals is vital for understanding and managing conditions like obesity and metabolic syndrome.