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Balance is Key: Avoiding Caloric Burnout
Prolonged calorie deficit can lead to burnout and metabolic downregulation, causing weight loss plateaus. The misconception of 'starvation mode' is clarified; instead, the body adapts to prolonged deficits by reducing non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) and other metabolic processes. Maintaining a balance in caloric intake is crucial to prevent these adaptations and promote effective weight management.