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Metabolic State

Meaning

Metabolic state is a comprehensive physiological term that describes the overall condition of an organism’s biochemical processes, encompassing the rates of energy expenditure, nutrient utilization, and the balance between anabolic (building up) and catabolic (breaking down) pathways. This state is constantly modulated by factors such as diet, physical activity, and, most critically, the signaling from the endocrine system. Clinically, evaluating the metabolic state provides insight into an individual’s energy homeostasis and risk for conditions like insulin resistance.