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important.
Turnover number is the maximum number
of chemical conversions of the substrate
molecules per second that a single catalytic
site will execute for a given enzyme
concentration.
To put it simply, lipid turnover is the rate
at which the lipid (or fat) in the fat cell
(adipocytes) is removed and stored.

What causes decrease in lipid
turnover?
The exact cause for the decrease in the
lipid turnover is still unknown, but given
the progress and advancement in the
department of rejuvenation research, we
have some hypotheses to back them with
– such as chronic inflammation resulting Avoid or reduce stress by practising relaxation techniques
such as meditation
from senescent cells, and mitochondrial
dysfunction. It might take a few years for too busy and occupied tackling the ongoing
new data to emerge, since we are all a little and all-consuming global crisis.

What can be the other causes for my
gain in weight?
Hormonal Changes: According to a CDC
data, middle age is the prime time for
putting on the pounds.
For Women: Menopause leads to a
significant drop in the oestrogen levels,
which in turn encourages a few extra
pounds to settle and get comfy around the
belly.
For Men: After 40-45years of age, men
also start to experience a decline and
consequently a drop in the levels of
testosterone. Testosterone, apart from other
things, is also responsible for regulating fat
distribution and muscle strength and mass.
Decrease in the metabolism: A slow
metabolic rate along with more fat and
less muscle reduces the rate at which the

If you don’t get a good night’s sleep, you’re likely to be calories are burnt, thus making it easier to
drowsy and tired during the day gain weight.

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