metabolism

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These fatty acids interfere with fungal metabolism and block the production of proteins needed for tissue invasion and disease progression.

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The immune system and metabolism develop in infancy, and the microbiome plays a critical role.

From The Wall Street Journal

Cancer cells are known to alter their metabolism, relying heavily on aerobic glycolysis to rapidly generate energy.

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Phenylalanine and tyrosine are amino acids that play important roles in metabolism and brain activity.

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This condition is defined by excess weight, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and disorders of lipid metabolism.

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