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Energy balance
Calories in versus calories out ultimately determines whether weight is gained, lost, or maintained.
Understanding energy balance is crucial for weight management.
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Calories in versus calories out ultimately determines whether weight is gained, lost, or maintained.
Why this rating
The claim is supported by the first law of thermodynamics as applied to human energy balance.
Source
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: A Novel Fat Burner
Brad J. Schöenfeld · Strength and conditioning journal · 2004
DOI 10.1519/1533-4295(2004)26<72:ofaanf>2.0.co;2
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