autophagyA cellular process of self-digestion
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The process by which cells in the body break down and recycle components.
ketosisA metabolic state characterized by raised levels of ketone bodies in the body
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A metabolic process in which the body begins to burn stored fat for energy due to lack of glucose.
glucoseThe main type of sugar in the blood and the major source of energy for body's cells
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A sugar that provides energy to the body cells and forms glycogen in the liver and muscles.
insulinA hormone produced in the pancreas which regulates the amount of glucose in the blood
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A hormone that regulates the level of sugar in the blood and aids in metabolism of carbohydrates.
fastingAbstaining from all or some kinds of food or drink for a certain period
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The act of willingly refraining from eating for certain periods of time.