fat balance

fat balance

A state of equilibrium in which the fatty acids in the circulation promote a set level of fat oxidation; at the fat balance point, all consumed fat is metabolised and weight is maintained at a status quo.

fat balance

A state of equilibrium at which the amount of fatty acids in the circulation drives fat oxidation; at the FB point, all fat that is consumed is metabolized, and weight is maintained at a status quo. See Body mass index, Obesity.