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metabolic control refers to the degree to which an individual’s glucose level is maintained within the normal range (in reference to diabetes mellitus ).

metabolic rate refers to the body’s balance of energy expenditure. Metabolic rate is determined by genetic and physiological makeup, along with eating and exercise habits.

Metabolic syndrome is a pattern of risk factors for the chronic health problems of Diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, characterized by obesity, a high waist to hip ratio, and insulin resistance. Metabolic syndrome is exacerbated by inactivity, overeating, age, and hostility.

Metabolism refer to the chemical processes in any organism that provide energy for vital processes and assimilation of substances

Metabotropic effect is the effect at a synapse that produces a relatively slow but long-lasting effect through metabolic reactions

Metabotropic receptors are receptors that act through a second messenger system

Metacognition means thinking or awareness of one's own thoughts; awareness and knowledge of and control of one's cognitive abilities, and thoughts as shown by the intentional use of cognitive strategies in solving problems and the factors that influence thinking.

Metacognitive awareness is defined as the ability to monitor one's own behavior and performance.

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Metabolic control

Metabolic rate

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