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Lipolysis

Meaning

Lipolysis is the catabolic process by which triglycerides stored in adipose tissue are hydrolyzed into glycerol and free fatty acids (FFAs). This biochemical breakdown serves as the body’s primary mechanism for mobilizing stored energy reserves to meet the metabolic demands of other tissues, particularly during periods of fasting or prolonged exercise. The precise regulation of lipolysis is vital for maintaining systemic energy homeostasis.