BODY MASS INDEX Flashcards
1
Q
Why does eating less carbohydrates and lipids cause lower body mass?
A
They are both high energy molecules
Eating less of these means energy intake is lower than energy use
Less food is stored as glycogen, and carbohydrate is respired
2
Q
Why does exercise compound these benefits?
A
Muscles need to contract during exercise
This uses up energy from respiration
The glucose for respiration can be used up from carbohydrates
