The discussions reflect a critical engagement with the article, as seen in references to studies by Herman Pontzer and debates over energy expenditure metrics, highlighting both shared understanding and skepticism about conclusions. The tone is analytical, evidenced by phrases like 'most studies suggest' and 'it's implausible,' indicating active participation and a focus on scientific details.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions recognize the significance of the study, with many citing its challenge to traditional views on physical activity and energy expenditure.
InterestHigh interest
Participants exhibit high curiosity, referencing specific data, questioning methodologies, and debating interpretations.
EngagementHigh engagement
The exchanges are detailed, with some users sharing personal insights, related studies, and critical evaluations, showing deep interaction.
ImpactModerate impact
While some debates question the broader implications, many acknowledge that the findings influence ongoing discussions about metabolism and health, though the immediate impact remains moderate.
Abstract in brief
The study found that in Hadza hunter-gatherers, total energy expenditure (TEE) is primarily predicted by fat-free mass, not by the amount or intensity of physical activity.
Despite higher physical activity levels among Hadza men compared to women, neither sex's activity metrics directly correlated with TEE when accounting for body composition.
The findings suggest that in traditional populations like the Hadza, increased physical activity doesn't necessarily lead to higher total energy expenditure, implying biological adaptations to maintain energy balance.]
@doctorinigo i think @HermanPontzer data showed us that differences in 'physical activity' (at least in terms of calories) are not to blame https://t.co/6bGgWU4Oyi
maybe it's the high linoleic acid seed oils? they sensitize fat cells to insulin & are thus obesogenic https://t.co/xA2kvJL8bt
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Michael Tiger
@tiga_style · X
6 easy miles and a lift this morning.
I came across a post today saying, ‘Your workout is a bad way to lose weight,’ which feels like a common sentiment online—but it needs some context.
There was a study (https://t.co/C7sqKj5reR)that looked at the Hadza, a hunter-gatherer https://t.co/ME8kv6AyO0
Nov 1, 2024 · 6 likes · 1 share · 1,489 followersView post →
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Herman Pontzer
@HermanPontzer · X
@steveloh722 @HadzaFund @briwood1 @DavidRaichlen @juemos @an_crittenden @Berbesque great question! and the answer is 'nope':
https://t.co/pgnxVhMdRe
https://t.co/WRh6CAaReA
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SVT Nyheter
@svtnyheter · X
@johannystrand Den här nämns och länkas till i artikeln: https://t.co/5eLt2Bg93L
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6 easy miles and a lift this morning.
I came across a post today saying, ‘Your workout is a bad way to lose weight,’ which feels like a common sentiment online—but it needs some context.
There was a study (https://t.co/C7sqKj5reR)that looked at the Hadza, a hunter-gatherer https://t.co/ME8kv6AyO0
Nov 1, 2024 · 6 likes · 1 share · 1,489 followersView post →
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Bart B. Van Bockstaele
@Thamno · X
@ScepticalAnna @PlantChompers @Alan_Watson_ @HermanPontzer Here are a few others:
https://t.co/a2iRiqLKhc
https://t.co/tXKWHmuhPI
https://t.co/XIhQ01gaNQ
https://t.co/8DeIcXemWs
https://t.co/lCH7ThMtm5
https://t.co/ibbih1RZbY
https://t.co/ImFe19ncV2
https://t.co/dDFnyixJZc
https://t.co/xmjUcialkZ
https://t.co/a6Ofqf2P52
There are more.
@ThelastStyleb16 Adult male energy intake in the 1800s was not 1,700 kcal/d. Even small male hunter-gatherers have much higher energy intake than that.
https://t.co/Hfio8JzkA5
His reported food intake is implausible for a maintenance diet, consistent with the fact that most people underreport.
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BankerWeimar
@BankerWeimar · X
@HippopotamusLNG I already pointed this out but it’s at best marginal.
I’ve forgotten more about the metabolism than you’ll ever know.
I read literally 100s of studies to figure this out
TEE = total energy expenditure
https://t.co/RRCY9fTVWA
@forgiven24601 @SwipeWright @_eleanorina This is one of the studies he references in the book
(TEE meaning total energy expenditure)
https://t.co/FoQG6Zn7qP https://t.co/CGVgoqH8BF
@Heaney555 That explanation would be more likely if total daily metabolic expenditure had a correlation with activity, after controlling for nonfat mass and excluding professional athletes. Are you aware of any such study? https://t.co/ARmceBP0Xw
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Alberto Andrade
@Springandashura · X
@ScepticalDoctor https://t.co/a57oN6G0gl compensation looks greater at more levels of physical activity?
Dec 17, 2022 · 4 likes · 2,533 followersView post →
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Greenlandshark
@greenlandsharky · X
RT @raphaels7: @doctorinigo i think @HermanPontzer data showed us that differences in 'physical activity' (at least in terms of calories) a…
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Raphael Sirtoli
@raphaels7 · X
@doctorinigo i think @HermanPontzer data showed us that differences in 'physical activity' (at least in terms of calories) are not to blame https://t.co/6bGgWU4Oyi
maybe it's the high linoleic acid seed oils? they sensitize fat cells to insulin & are thus obesogenic https://t.co/xA2kvJL8bt
Aug 19, 2022 · 17 likes · 2 shares · 8,600 followersView post →
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Andrew Neidhardt
@andrewneidhardt · X
@_johnsonator @abettertake Unfortunately science has been emerging to tell us that adding exercise (like walking) does almost nothing to increase caloric burn. Hunter/gatherer tribe that walks 10+ miles a day still burns 2000 calories like an American office worker: https://t.co/SbOGnlsLZq
Jun 29, 2022 · 1 like · 1,512 followersView post →
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diego díaz córdova
@diediazcordova · X
@JumaLazzati es interesante la hipótesis de Pontzer sobre el gasto energético (perdón la deformación profesional nuevamente)
https://t.co/yQproOn9DA
@DaveKeto Hypothesis #6 includes a drop in EE, but objective measurements show that EE is non-predictive across a range of obesity levels (including that of hunter-gatherers). How is it that the CIM even considers this a possible factor?
https://t.co/TQMBmqeMUk
https://t.co/oB3HaWkHgj
@bohdyone @HermanPontzer @HadzaFund @briwood1 Good question. If I interpret the paper here correctly (a big if), civilized TEE falloff after 60s is attributable to lower PA (FFM-adjusted BMR doesn't decline).
HGs may or may not be similar. Hard to say at n=4.
https://t.co/oB3HaWkHgj https://t.co/IOfRAu6fkw
@foodbeforepills @SteakAndIron @TuckerGoodrich @whsource @fire_bottle Substantial EE lowering as the cause of obesity seems implausible to me. Neither studies in civilized, nor uncivilized peoples suggest that the excess adiposity is coming from that direction.
https://t.co/d1VvDJfxsX
https://t.co/oB3HaWkHgj
@DrNadolsky Have you read the book “Burn”? I’m just starting it. Hazda take ~19K steps a day on top of otherwise active lifestyle. Yet compare their total daily calorie burn to someone of the same weight in the US? Same total calories burned. https://t.co/wYndf83IGX
@steveloh722 @HadzaFund @briwood1 @DavidRaichlen @juemos @an_crittenden @Berbesque great question! and the answer is 'nope':
https://t.co/pgnxVhMdRe
https://t.co/WRh6CAaReA
Jan 7, 2021 · 5 likes · 12,151 followersView post →