a ketone that is an intermediate product of the breakdown of fats in the body; any of three compounds (acetoacetic acid, acetone, and/or beta-hydroxybutyric acid) found in excess in blood and urine of persons with metabolic disorders
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ketone body::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | acetone body |
| Type of | ketone |
| Has types | acetoacetic acid, beta-hydroxybutyric acid |
Examples of ketone body
ketone body
Working in genetically altered mice, the researchers modified the BAD protein to reduce glucose metabolism and increase ketone body metabolism in the brain.
From the sciencedaily.com
Small amounts of acetone are produced in the body by the decarboxylation of ketone bodies.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Also note changes in your body temperature, weight, blood sugar, and urine ketone levels.
From the orlandosentinel.com
The diet mimics the effects of starvation and induces the body to produce chemicals called ketone bodies rather than glucose as an energy source for the brain.
From the thenewstribune.com
This extreme version of the Atkins regime forces the body to burn fat instead of carbohydrates and triggers the release of chemicals called ketone bodies that can dramatically reduce seizures.
From the express.co.uk
It is known that when people eat low carbohydrate diets, within a relatively short time their body has to switch from using glucose as a fuel to using something different called ketone bodies.
From the sciencedaily.com
