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|  |  | | | | | :: M :: | | | | | |  | | Metabolism | | | | The term for the entire amount of chemical and physical changes, that can take place in the body, and enable continued functioning and growth. | | | | | | | | Metabolic Rate | | | | The term for how fast your "whole system" runs. The metabolic rate is controlled by a number of factors, including: caloric intake, muscle mass (the greater your muscle mass, the greater your metabolic rate), exercise and use of stimulant or depressant chemicals. | | | | | | | | Mg | | | | Mg stands for milligram. That's one-thousandth of a gram. | | | | | | | | Micronutrient | | | | A nutrient (such as minerals or vitamins), that is only needed in small quantities, for the normal functioning of the body. | | | | | | | | Minerals | | | | Vital in many metabolic processes. These naturally occurring inorganic substances play a role in many vital metabolic processes. | | | | | | | | Minimum Daily Requirement (MDR) | | | In order to maintain good health, the smallest amounts of protein, vitamins and minerals required. |  | | | | | | | | |
