Lose It For Ever – Dave Elger

This study demonstrates that, despite inducing a moderate energy deficit, an acute bout of subjectively paced brisk walking does not elicit compensatory responses in acylated ghrelin, appetite, or energy intake. This finding lends support for a role of brisk walking in weight management.  -Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise

Subjects who walked briskly for an hour, burning just under 500 net calories (total-BMR) did not compensate by eating more.  Appetite was not affected.   This study contradicts the theory proposed in the recent Time magazine feature Why Exercise Won’ t Make You Thin.

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Next time you crave chocolate, take it outside. Researchers at the University of Exeter have found that a walk of just fifteen minutes can reduce chocolate cravings. -sciencedaily

MY COMMENT:  Try it!  Nothing to lose if chocolate is a problem for you.

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