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Metabolic Control

Meaning

Metabolic control refers to the finely tuned, complex physiological state where the body efficiently and precisely regulates energy homeostasis, including the coordinated utilization, storage, and expenditure of key macronutrients like glucose, fatty acids, and amino acids. This systemic control is orchestrated primarily by critical endocrine signals such as insulin, glucagon, leptin, and thyroid hormones, ensuring that cellular energy demands are consistently and appropriately met. Optimal metabolic control is clinically characterized by high insulin sensitivity, a healthy body composition, and robust, efficient mitochondrial function. A significant loss of this control is the underlying pathology in widespread conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.