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Evolutionary Anthropology (METABOLISM) with Herman Pontzer

Ologies with Alie Ward

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Boosting Metabolism and Measuring Calories

This chapter delves into the topic of metabolism, discussing the dangers of supplements and the limited impact of exercise on metabolism. It also explores the doubly labeled water method used to measure metabolism, as well as the surprising similarities in daily calorie expenditure between a hunter-gatherer group and Americans. The relationship between exercise, muscle mass, and metabolism is also touched upon.

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