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Is there any truth to the notion of “negative calorie” foods?

On September 21, 2011 By

Question by Æscgifu: Is there any truth to the notion of "negative calorie" foods?
I've read a few websites that claim some types of food use more calories when being digested than they actually contain and thus create a calorie deficit.

Is there any scientific evidence to support this or is it (perhaps misinterpreted) [...]

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If drinking protein shakes, must you work out longer to create a calorie deficit to lose body fat?

On July 5, 2011 By

A calorie deficit helps a person lose weight, but then is it recommended to also gain muscle mass? When lifting, I drink two protein shakes per day plus meals which can total well over 2000 calories each day. If my BMR is 1550 cal per day, wouldn't I actually gain body fat than lose it, [...]

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