proteincatabolism
nounUK /ˈprəʊ.tiːn kəˈtæb.ə.lɪ.zəm/
US /ˈproʊ.tiːn kəˈtæb.ə.lɪ.zəm/
Proteincatabolism is the way your body breaks down protein into smaller pieces to use for energy.
During fasting, proteincatabolism helps supply the body with amino acids.
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2. The chemical process of breaking protein molecules into amino acids.
Proteincatabolism releases amino acids into the bloodstream.
3. The body's use of muscle protein for fuel when food is scarce.
Long illness can increase proteincatabolism and cause muscle loss.
4. A metabolic pathway studied in nutrition and biochemistry.
Scientists measured proteincatabolism in the lab.