Participants express a nuanced view, mentioning that adaptive thermogenesis may only significantly influence early weight loss phases or diminish over time, with references to the systematic review as a key resource. The tone ranges from cautious agreement to detailed elaboration, reflecting an engaged but cautious approach to the subject and its implications for weight management and future research.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions acknowledge that adaptive thermogenesis is a complex and somewhat inconsistent phenomenon, with some pointing out that it mainly occurs early in weight loss and diminishes over time.
InterestModerate interest
Participants show moderate curiosity, referencing the systematic review as an important resource, but also noting ongoing debates and need for further research, indicating a balanced level of interest.
EngagementModerate engagement
Posts include references to studies, summaries of findings, and recommendations for methodology, demonstrating thoughtful engagement and a desire to understand the topic more deeply.
ImpactModerate impact
The discussions highlight the relevance of the review in informing weight management strategies and understanding metabolic responses, indicating a moderate impact on current scientific understanding and potential practical applications.
Abstract in brief
Adaptive thermogenesis (AT) may occur after weight loss in adults, but its magnitude and significance vary depending on study quality and methodology.
Most evidence shows AT in energy expenditure components like resting energy expenditure (REE), but this is often small or non-significant in well-designed studies.
Higher-quality research suggests that AT may diminish or disappear after a period of weight stabilization, highlighting the need for more studies to understand its role in weight management.]
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Imho, there are essentially 3 mandatory reads in the literature for you to get a grasp of what adaptative thermogenesis actually means / is.
This recent systematic review was a pleasant discovery that adds to the aforementioned list.
https://t.co/dljTbIeoZZ
Does Adaptive Thermogenesis occur after weight loss in adults? A systematic review (open access)
https://t.co/09vcNMxKTE
#weightloss #diet
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هل فقدان الوزن يمكن أن يؤدي إلى "بطء في التمثيل الغذائي؟
مراجعة حديثة 33 دراسة لـ2528 شخصا ..
كان هناك اختلاف في الدراسات:
-من ٢٣ - ٢٩ دراسة خفضت انفاق الطاقة اثناء الراحة
-من ٤ - ٥ دراسات خفضت اجمالي الطاقة اليومي
و دراستين حفضت الانفاق اثناء النوم
https://t.co/zewSlrE1Ve
@sharpteethteen Mind you, metabolic adaptation/adaptive thermogenesis is not even a 100% consistent/consequential finding under caloric restriction. Many theories, many different labs still trying to figure it out!
https://t.co/nWMqqPkaeb
https://t.co/09vcNMxKTE
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How to incorporate diet breaks of 1-2 weeks to enhance long-term weight loss results. Taking breaks can make maintaining a caloric deficit easier and less stressful, with frequency depending on individual body fat…
@sharpteethteen Mind you, metabolic adaptation/adaptive thermogenesis is not even a 100% consistent/consequential finding under caloric restriction. Many theories, many different labs still trying to figure it out!
https://t.co/nWMqqPkaeb
https://t.co/09vcNMxKTE
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@4_ricecakes @trainwreckxic This is a small study abt adaptive thermogenesis (AT) in normal weight men. AT is really only a factor in early-stage weight loss, not long-term weight maintenance at a lower weight, and it really doesn’t have a significant effect anyways. I wouldn’t worry https://t.co/wAKgeZ5gJ1
هل فقدان الوزن يمكن أن يؤدي إلى "بطء في التمثيل الغذائي؟
مراجعة حديثة 33 دراسة لـ2528 شخصا ..
كان هناك اختلاف في الدراسات:
-من ٢٣ - ٢٩ دراسة خفضت انفاق الطاقة اثناء الراحة
-من ٤ - ٥ دراسات خفضت اجمالي الطاقة اليومي
و دراستين حفضت الانفاق اثناء النوم
https://t.co/zewSlrE1Ve
Worried about weight loss lowering your metabolism? Stave it off by avoiding rapid weight loss, interspersing periods of energy restriction with periods at energy balance, and simply walking. Click here for research that supports this
Catarina Nunes, Ruben Francisco, Luis B. Sardinha, and @analizamsilva published a systematic review in the British Journal of Nutrition: "Does Adaptive Thermogenesis occur after weight loss in adults? A systematic review" #weightloss #nutrition
Read more: https://t.co/5HoQ1OuuDQ
Imho, there are essentially 3 mandatory reads in the literature for you to get a grasp of what adaptative thermogenesis actually means / is.
This recent systematic review was a pleasant discovery that adds to the aforementioned list.
https://t.co/dljTbIeoZZ
doi: 10.1017/S0007114521001094. • Most J, Redman LM. Impact of calorie restriction on energy metabolism in humans. Exp Gerontol. 2020 May;133:110875. doi ...
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