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  1. Metabolism

    Your metabolism is influenced by your age, gender, muscle-to-fat ratio, the food you eat, physical activity and hormone function.

  2. Obesity and hormones

    The hormones leptin, insulin, oestrogens, androgens and growth hormone are factors in obesity.

  3. Thyroid gland

    If the thyroid gland is overactive or sluggish, the metabolism will be affected, leading to a variety of symptoms.

  4. Menopause and weight

    Weight gain at menopause can be managed using healthy eating and exercise; menopausal hormone therapy may also be beneficial.

  5. Hormonal (endocrine) system

    Hormones can be thought of as chemical messages that communicate with the body and bring about changes.

  6. Thyroid - hypothyroidism

    Hypothyroidism means the thyroid gland is underactive which causes the person?s metabolism to slow down.

  7. Liver

    Some forms of liver disease are inherited, while others are caused by lifestyle factors.

  8. Thyroid - hyperthyroidism

    Hyperthyroidism can be diagnosed with a simple blood test that measures thyroid hormone levels.

  9. Water – a vital nutrient

    Water is essential for the human body to function.

  10. Wilson disease

    In Wilson's disease, a build-up of copper damages organs including the liver, nervous system, brain, kidneys and eyes.

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