Why is Fat So Hard to Shift?

Why is Fat So Hard to Shift?

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Science, Health Sciences, Biology

6th - 12th Grade

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The video explains the nature of fat, its storage in the body, and the challenges of losing it. Fat cells store energy and grow larger with overeating, eventually multiplying. Once increased, the number of fat cells remains constant, making weight loss difficult. The brain also adjusts to a higher weight, complicating efforts to lose fat. However, combining a healthy diet with exercise can help maintain weight loss over time.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the process that occurs in fat cells when a person overeats.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How can individuals help maintain weight loss in the long term?

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