| abstract |
A method of modelling a metabolic function of an individual is described, wherein a first ( 10 A) and second ( 10 B) set of data are input into a database ( 12 ). The first set of data ( 10 A) may constitute information of the diet of an individual, whereas the second set of data ( 10 B) may constitute information on the individual's activity. “Other” data ( 10 C) may also be input into the database ( 12 ). A third set of data relating to hormone activity within the body is also included. A modelling region ( 20 ) employs a plurality of mathematical models in order to provide an output function ( 30, 31 ) indicative of the time variation of a metabolic function of the individual. |