Sentences with phrase «slow metabolism somewhat»

The body DOES have several systems in place that can slow metabolism somewhat - studies done on moderately hypocaloric individuals on extended diets show a moderate decrease in thyroid hormone production, changes in leptin / ghrelin levels (two hormonal mediators of food intake and metabolism), and slight changes in androgen / estrogen levels.

Any diet slows your metabolism somewhat.

Not exact matches

Angiotensin II receptor type 1 (Agtr1a): Lowering Agtr1a protein levels protects mitochondrial function and modestly extends life in mice, though as for many of these methods of somewhat slowing aging there are probably many other changes to the operation of metabolism that are as yet unexplored.