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Metabolism is a minor factor compared to calories in vs. calories out? You are aware that one of the variables in that equation is intimately tied up with meta
by billjings 16y ago
Metabolism is a minor factor compared to calories in vs. calories out?
You are aware that one of the variables in that equation is intimately tied up with metabolism, aren't you?
- spudlyo 16y agoOf course. Most dieters don't have access to a ventilated hood indirect colorimeter, so they have to rely on a method for estimating their BMR. What I'm saying is that the difference between their measured BMR and estimated BMR (using either Harris-Benedict, WHO, or Schofield equations) is a minor factor.
- billjings 16y agoI'm saying that I believe that diet has a real effect on metabolism. Not basal metabolism, but on the ability to maintain a given activity level. If you try and restrict your calorie intake, you will be less likely to go on a run, take a walk - etc. This is why Harris-Benedict may not be a good tool to manage long term weight loss, even though it is a useful predictive tool.