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Fat Metabolism Shift

Meaning

Fat Metabolism Shift denotes a targeted redirection of the body’s primary substrate utilization away from carbohydrate dependency toward increased reliance on lipid oxidation for energy production. Clinically, this shift is sought to improve insulin sensitivity and enhance body composition by mobilizing stored triglycerides. Achieving this metabolic flexibility is a primary goal in many hormonal optimization protocols aiming for sustained energy and reduced ectopic fat deposition. This transition requires specific endocrine signaling.