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Dec 03, 2008 -
We talk, or at least think, about calories almost daily. You cut calories. You count them.
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Jul 24, 2007 -
This may seem like sixth grade science class all over again but if you are trying to lose calories, then you should know the basics of how your body burns them. Here are the three primary functions the body uses for burning calories from RealBuzz.com:
- Basal metabolic rate. Your BMR accounts for about 60% of your daily calorie burn, and is simply there to keep your body alive, irrespective of your activity levels.
- Activity and exercise.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Physical activity is any activity that causes your body to work harder than normal. The actual amount of physical activity you need depends on your fitness goals, whether you are trying to lose weight, and how fit you are right now.
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Fitness recommendations; Exercise
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Physical activity can help you:
- Burn calories and reduce body fat
- Reduce your appetite
- Keep your current weight and control it
For the purpose of weight loss, physical activity works best when you also reduce the amount of calories you take in from food and drinks.
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Mar 07, 2008 -
You're asking and I'm answering . . .
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Dec 07, 2006 -
From breaking down your favorite fast food meals by calories, to telling you that you need to burn more calories than you eat, I have been heavily focusing on calories lately. I've even suggested that you make a food diary so you can keep track of your calories, but why?
Calories are an easy way to gauge how to maintain, gain or lose weight.
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