metabolic rate
[muh-TAB-uh-lik reyt]
nounpl: metabolic rates
taxa metabólica
1. the amount of energy (measured in calories) that an organism uses at rest to maintain basic physiological functions such as breathing, circulation, cell production, and nutrient processing
A person's metabolic rate increases with regular exercise and muscle mass.
A taxa metabólica de uma pessoa aumenta com exercício regular e massa muscular.
2. the speed at which the body burns calories to fuel vital functions
Younger individuals typically have a higher metabolic rate than older adults.
Indivíduos mais jovens geralmente têm uma taxa metabólica mais alta do que adultos mais velhos.
In both Brazilian and American health culture, understanding metabolic rate is important for weight management and fitness discussions. The concept is frequently referenced in diet plans, fitness programs, and medical consultations. In Brazil, discussions about 'taxa metabólica' are common in nutritional counseling and gym settings, while in the USA, it's a staple concept in fitness marketing and wellness discourse.
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