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What is "set point theory"? are toxins involved? describe how body size and homeostasis are related?

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Kalahira
The set point theory is when your metabolism adjusts to keep your body weight consistent. It says that humans have predetermined body weight or fat content and they body closely regulates your metabolism accordingly.
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Set point refers to the optimal weight range or body size that your body is designed to function. According to the theory, the human body fights bodily changes and tries to maintain homeostasis by altering body fat or metabolism. Our body can also be affected by other factors such as environmental toxins.