The word "metabolism," frequently used in daily life, actually means "change" and "transformation."
Medianews.az reports that the term originated from the ancient Greek word "metabole."
According to experts, metabolism is not only about burning calories but is a general term for all vital processes occurring in the body. Breathing, digestion, energy production, muscle activity, and maintaining body temperature are among the main functions of metabolism.
The word "meta" means change, and "ballein" means transformation. Over time, this concept passed into Latin, French, and English languages and began to be used in modern science in the form "metabolism."
Experts state that metabolism is one of the main biological mechanisms ensuring the continuation of life in the human body.