Nutrition Science Articles

In-depth scientific explanations of metabolism, nutrient utilisation, and the physiological mechanisms underlying nutrition science.

Human body metabolic systems

Understanding Basal Metabolic Rate Components

Detailed neutral breakdown of the mechanisms that establish your body's energy expenditure at rest, including the role of organ function and muscle tissue.

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How Different Fats Are Metabolised

Physiological explanation of how various fat types are digested, absorbed, and utilized by tissues for energy and structural purposes.

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Protein Digestion and Amino Acid Utilisation

Science overview of how protein is broken down and how amino acids are incorporated into body proteins and enzymatic functions.

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Whole grain rice bowl

Complex Carbohydrates & Glycemic Response

Informational facts about how carbohydrate structure affects blood glucose patterns and the body's metabolic response.

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Herbal tea in glass teapot

Role of Micronutrients in Energy Production

Key nutrient functions described in the context of cellular energy metabolism and the enzymatic processes of the body.

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Hydration Physiology: Water Balance Basics

Neutral scientific description of water's role in metabolic processes, cellular function, and physiological regulation systems.

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