1. Obesity and Weight Loss
The RMR often returns to prediet state if only a VLCD is used to treat obesity (Hill et al., 1987). ... When an individual is on a VLCD decreases in fat mass (FM) and fat-free mass (FFM) are detected (Van Gaal et al., 1992; Ross et al., 1995). Racette et al, (1995) stated that if there is a decline in an individuals resting metabolic rate that it could essentially reduce their fat-free mass. ... However, moderate aerobic exercise helps to burn greater amounts of fat mass (Ross et al., 1995). ... When diet and exercise are combined a lower percentage of fat-free mass is assumed to be preserved...
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