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basal metabolism

/ˈbeɪsəl mɪˈtæbəlɪzəm/

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/ˈbeɪsəl mɪˈtæbəlɪzəm/C1formalmedical
  • ruМинимальное количество энергии, необходимое организму для поддержания жизненно важных функций, таких как дыхание, кровообращение и производство клеток, в состоянии покоя.

The minimum amount of energy required by the body to maintain vital functions such as breathing, circulation, and cell production while at rest.

  1. Basal metabolic rateC1formal

    The minimum amount of energy required by the body to maintain vital functions at rest, such as breathing, circulation, and cell production.

    ruОсновной обмен веществ

    • The doctor measured her basal metabolism to assess her overall health.
    • A higher basal metabolism means you burn more calories even while sleeping.
    • Factors like age and muscle mass affect your basal metabolism.