Physical Activity Has Many Health Benefits – Part 3
Article content taken from “2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans” by www.health.gov/paguidelines for informational purposes. – Read also: “Physical Activity Has Many Health Benefits – Part 1” – Read also: “Physical Activity Has Many Health Benefits – Part 2” Obesity and Energy Balance Overweight and obesity occur when fewer calories are expended, including calories burned through physical activity, than are taken in through food and beverages. Physical activity and caloric intake both must be considered when trying to control body weight. Because of this role in energy balance, physical activityis a critical factor in determining whether a person can...
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