Sunday, December 18, 2011

Set Point and Body Weight



http://www.livestrong.com/article/326795-how-to-change-your-body-weight-set-point/

If you've ever been on a diet, you probably are familiar with the concept of your weight "set point." According to Mirror Mirror.org, your body's natural set point is the weight your body will seek to maintain, even when confronted with a low-calorie diet. Once your weight dips below --- or above --- the natural set point, your metabolism adjusts in an attempt to restore the set point weight. Each person's set point is different, and based on factors such as heredity, height, and body frame. According to The Diet Channel, some experts believe you can "reset" your set point.

No comments:

Post a Comment