BIO 202 - Describe metabolic homeostasis

Describe metabolic homeostasis.

• Describe the metabolic reactions of the body, and provide a brief description of the carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism.

• What are the three water compartments of the body, and how does the body keep water balance?

• What are the six most important electrolytes of the body, and what are their main functions? Describe how the body keeps the electrolytic and acid-base balances.

• What do acidosis and alkalosis mean? How many types of acidosis and alkalosis are there?

• What aspects of metabolic homeostasis promote optimal athletic performance? What are the ethical and unethical lines in altering metabolism for athletic performance? Provide an example, and support your position.