Research
Metabolic adaptation
Spontaneous overeating on day 5 was associated with a 396 +/- 233 kcal/d increase in 24-hour energy expenditure.
Increased energy expenditure may occur in response to overeating, which could influence weight management strategies.
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Spontaneous overeating on day 5 was associated with a 396 +/- 233 kcal/d increase in 24EE.
Why this rating
The study design supports the measurement of energy expenditure in a controlled setting.
Source
Spontaneous overfeeding with a 'cafeteria diet' in men: effects on 24-hour energy expenditure and substrate oxidation.
D E Larson et al. · PubMed · 1995
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