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Metabolic Rate Setting

Meaning

Metabolic Rate Setting describes the physiological state of the body’s basal energy expenditure, which is the total number of calories required to maintain fundamental life functions at rest. This rate is not static; it is dynamically regulated by the endocrine system, primarily through the actions of thyroid hormones and catecholamines. In clinical practice, optimizing the metabolic rate setting is crucial for effective weight management, energy balance, and overall hormonal health. A low or sluggish rate can be a symptom of hypothyroidism or chronic energy deficit, while an elevated rate can indicate hyperthyroidism or sympathetic overdrive.