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Updated 2026/09/16 08:00 Proper metabolic function helps maintain stable blood sugar and an appropriate body weight and muscle mass. / Photo=Getty Images Bank Metabolism refers to the processes that convert nutrients from food into energy, and to storing and using that energy where it is needed. Proper metabolic function helps maintain stable blood sugar and…

We often treat sleep as time taken away from more productive or enjoyable activities. We stay up to finish work, answer emails, watch another episode, or reclaim a little personal time at the end of the day

Your metabolism is complex and is impacted by many factors, including what you eat and drink

UAB experts discuss the life cycle of the metabolism, ranging from before birth to older adulthood, and provide tips on metabolic health for a lifetime.When most people hear the word “metabolism,” what usually comes to mind is how fast someone can burn calories. Research proves that metabolism is much more than that. Science shows that…