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Metabolic Rest

Meaning

Metabolic Rest is a physiological state of reduced systemic energy expenditure and minimized digestive and catabolic activity, strategically induced to allow for enhanced cellular repair, waste clearance, and homeostatic recalibration. This state is typically achieved through time-restricted feeding or intermittent fasting protocols, which shift the body’s primary energy source from exogenous glucose to endogenous fat stores and promote cellular housekeeping. It is a critical component of longevity and hormonal optimization strategies.