Metabolite
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| Metabolite | |
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| Term | Metabolite |
| Short definition | metabolic type - (pronounced) (MEH-tuh-BAH-like tip) In alternative medicine, a theory that people fall into one of three groups (protein, carbohydrate, or mixed type) based on the primary type of food their bodies need to stay healthy |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
metabolite - (pronounced) (meh-TA-boh-lite) A substance made or used when the body breaks down food, drugs, chemicals, or its own tissues (eg, fat or muscle). This process, called metabolism, creates energy and the materials needed for growth, reproduction, and maintenance of health. It also helps get rid of toxic substances
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