Significance of Metabolic process
The metabolic process, as defined in Ayurveda and science, involves a series of biochemical reactions that convert food into energy and regulate vital functions. It is influenced by dietary and herbal compounds, liver function, and can be disrupted by toxins or conditions like Diabetes Mellitus. Both perspectives highlight the importance of these reactions for maintaining health, including energy output, tissue synthesis, and the transformation of ingested substances, known as Vipaka, into metabolic products essential for cellular life.
Synonyms: Biochemical process, Metabolic activity, Metabolic pathway, Biochemical pathway, Metabolic function, Metabolism, Biochemical reaction, Anabolic process.
In Dutch: Metabolisch proces; In Finnish: Aineenvaihduntaprosessi; In Spanish: Proceso metab贸lico
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Hindu concept of 'Metabolic process'
In Hinduism, the metabolic process symbolizes the transformation of sustenance into energy, reflecting the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, emphasizing the importance of nourishment for maintaining overall vitality and well-being.
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) The collection of biochemical reactions in the body that convert food into energy and manage other vital functions.[1]