beta-hydroxybutyrate
Beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) is a ketone body produced by the liver during periods of fasting, low-carbohydrate intake, or intense exercise. It serves as an alternative energy source for the brain and muscles, playing a vital role in ketosis and metabolic processes associated with weight loss and increased energy levels.
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