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The New Science of Metabolism and Weight Loss

The Art of Manliness

CHAPTER

Understanding Energy Expenditure Limits

This chapter explores the concept of constrained daily energy expenditure, indicating that all humans, regardless of activity level, have a maximum limit on calories burned. It discusses metabolism, body size, and the ineffectiveness of exercise alone for weight loss, emphasizing the balance between energy intake and expenditure.

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