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Health Encyclopedia: Heart Disease Introduction

Introduction


Stable weight depends on an even balance between energy intake from food and energy expenditure. Energy expenditure occurs during the day in three ways:

  • As energy expended during rest (basal metabolism)
  • As energy used to metabolize food (thermogenesis)
  • As energy expended during physical activity

Basal metabolism accounts for about two-thirds of expended energy, which is generally used to maintain body temperature and muscle contractions in the heart and intestine.

Thermogenesis accounts f...

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Expert & Community Posts

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Days of Rest
By Jeffrey Heit , Health Expert

Most people overlook the importance of the days of rest that are recommended during each week of a... Read more »

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My Blood Sugar Loves Weightlifting
By GingerVieira , Health Expert

I'm not talking about "toning" or playing around with little 3- and 5-pound weights here -- I'm... Read more »

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Should I Do a Different Workout Each Day?
By Patrika Tsai , Health Expert

Question: Is it bad to do the same workout every day? Dr. Tsai: First of all, you are to be... Read more »

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Preparing for Your Workout
By Cynthia Haines , Health Expert

OK, so I've convinced you. It is time to get up and get moving. You have your cool new... Read more »

Health Guide

Complications
Exercise may lead to injury if not done properly. Always exercise with care.Injuries from High-Impact ExerciseCompetitive running or high-impact aerobics pose a high risk for a number of injuries in... Read more »
The Effects of exercise on Diabetes
Exercise's Effects on DiabetesModerate aerobic exercise can lower your risk for type 2 diabetes. An important study found that adults who worked out 2 and 1/2 hours a week cut their risk by... Read more »
Recommended Exercise Methods
A few simple rules are helpful as you develop your own routine.Don't eat for 2 hours before vigorous exercise.Drink plenty of fluids before, during, and after a workout.Adjust activity according to... Read more »
Type 1 Diabetes: Dietary Goals and Exercise
Dietary Goals and ExerciseThe treatment goals for a diabetes diet are:Achieve near-normal blood glucose levels. People with type 1 diabetes must coordinate calorie intake with medication or insulin... Read more »
Diabetes Diet: Exercise
ExerciseSedentary habits, especially TV watching, are associated with significantly higher risks for obesity and type 2 diabetes. Regular exercise, even of moderate intensity (such as brisk walking),... Read more »

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