The Claim
In obese adults who have lost weight, a short-term high energy flux state (500 kcal/day exercise and energy intake at 1.7 times resting metabolic rate) increases resting metabolic rate by an average of 79 kcal/day and reduces perceived evening hunger while increasing daytime fullness compared to a low energy flux state (sedentary behavior and energy intake at 1.35 times resting metabolic rate).
What the research says
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In people who have lost weight and are obese, engaging in daily exercise that burns about 500 calories while eating more food leads to a small increase in resting metabolism and changes in hunger and fullness sensations during the day compared to being inactive and eating less.
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In obese adults who have lost weight, a short-term high energy flux state—defined as daily exercise burning approximately 500 kcal and energy intake at 1.7 times resting metabolic rate—increases resting metabolic rate by an average of 79 kcal/day and reduces perceived evening hunger while increasing daytime fullness compared to a low flux state with sedentary behavior and energy intake at 1.35 times resting metabolic rate.
What the research says
1 studyAfter losing weight, people often feel hungrier and burn fewer calories at rest—but this study found that exercising more and eating more helped them feel fuller during the day, less hungry at night, and boosted their resting calorie burn slightly. So yes, it supports the idea that being more active and eating more after weight loss can help keep the weight off.
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