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ketosis Definition and Meaning in English (ketosis definition)

noun
Synonyms:ketonemia
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Ketosis definition: Ketosis is a metabolic state characterized by elevated levels of ketone bodies in the blood, often occurring when the body burns fat for energy instead of carbohydrates.

Definitions of Ketosis

  1. 1noun

    Ketosis is a metabolic state characterized by elevated levels of ketone bodies in the blood, often occurring when the body burns fat for energy instead of carbohydrates.

Example Sentences

“Many people follow a ketogenic diet to induce a state of ketosis for weight loss.”

“Symptoms of ketosis can include bad breath, fatigue, and headache.”

Synonyms

ketonemia

Antonyms

carbohydrate metabolism

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nounketone
adjectiveketogenic

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Ketosis definition: Ketosis is a metabolic state characterized by elevated levels of ketone bodies in the blood, often occurring when the body burns fat for energy instead of carbohydrates.
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'Ketosis' translates to 'ketosis' in English. Ketosis definition: Ketosis is a metabolic state characterized by elevated levels of ketone bodies in the blood, often occurring when the body burns fat for energy instead of carbohydrates.
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