Not exact matches
When adrenals are overtaxed, the concentration of cortisol programs the body to keep your fat cells
from converting to
useable energy for muscles so losing weight will be an uphill struggle for which you'll have little
energy to undertake.
Some chemical reactions in our bodies break down nutrient molecules (i.e. molecules
from the food we eat) to release
useable energy.
Mitochondria turn glucose or ketones (
from fat) into a
useable energy source so that our cells can carry out their functions.
When you eat a meal, or even an bar,
energy gel or, sip of sport drink, your digestive system (primarily your pancreas and small intestine) secretes enzymes that break down proteins, carbohydrates and fats into
useable nutrients that can pass
from your intestine to your bloodstream.