Understanding Metabolism: The Basics Metabolism refers to the complex biochemical processes that occur within living organisms to maintain life. These processes are responsible for converting food into energy, which is essential for various bodily functions, including growth, reproduction, and maintaining homeostasis. Metabolism can be broadly divided into two categories: catabolism, which breaks down molecules to produce energy, and anabolism, which utilizes energy to synthesize complex molecules necessary for growth and repair. One of the key components of metabolism is the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR). This is the rate at which…