Metabolize

usgb/məˈtæbəlaɪz/
verb

When your body metabolizes something, it transforms it into energy or uses it to make other substances necessary for life.

Lactose intolerant individuals cannot properly metabolize lactose, a type of sugar found in milk.
Visual representation of "metabolize" - When your body metabolizes something, it transforms it into energy or uses it to make other substances necessary for life.

Often appears as...

  • metabolize food
  • metabolize alcohol

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Biological Process

Metabolize refers to biochemical reactions in living organisms that change food into energy.

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Some bacteria can metabolize nitrogen from the air.
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Specific Substances

Include what is being metabolized for clarity, often referring to food, drugs, or chemicals.

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Certain medications can be toxic if the body cannot metabolize them effectively.
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Health Context

Often used when discussing diets, exercise, or the body's reaction to different substances.

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A balanced diet helps the body metabolize nutrients more efficiently.
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