[varshini]

Metabolism:

Metabolism is like the body’s engine. It’s all the stuff our body does to stay alive and have energy.

Catabolism:

Catabolism is when the body breaks down big things into smaller ones, like turning food into energy. It’s like breaking down a sandwich into bite-sized pieces.

Anabolism:

Anabolism is when the body builds or puts things together. It’s like using those bite-sized pieces to build something new, like building blocks turning into a tower.