Wed, Nov-26-03, 17:05
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Senior Member
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Plan: atkins
Stats: 283/250.5/190
BF:
Progress: 35%
Location: Pacific NW
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Best sources to learn about metabolism?
My head is starting to spin trying to understand more and more about the science of metabolism. Can anyone recommend reliable resources (other than this forum, of course) for research-based information on metabolism?
For instance, here's an example of the type of issues I'd like to learn more about...lots of people (here and elsewhere) cite the fact that "reducing calories too much can cause the body to go into starvation mode". Where does that come from? What variables are involved? How long does it take for this to go into effect?
Another oft-cited example of something I'd like to learn about...Fat contains 9 calories per gram, but burning fat consumes 4 calories per gram, leaving only 5 net calories for fuel". Where can I go to learn more about this?
Thanks in advance for your suggestions.
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