Metabolic Health Research Analysis

Q: How do I stay out of "starvation mode"?

Marasmus is a disease of caloric restriction, but you most likely don't have it. Your metabolic rate can definitely slow down during weight loss, but it will never slow to the point where it causes you to gain weight; in this sense, "starvation mode" is a myth.

Q: Is my slow metabolism stalling my weight loss?

The number of calories you burn is based on your resting metabolic rate, the thermic effect of food, and physical activity.

Q: How do I calculate my metabolism?

There are many ways to calculate your resting metabolic rate. The Mifflin-St. Jeor equation appears to most accurate.

Brady Holmer

Metabolic Health

•Last Updated: August 16 2022

Metabolic health is defined as having ideal levels of blood glucose (blood sugar), triglycerides, cholesterol, blood pressure, and waist circumference without the use of medications. Metabolic health can also include the ability to regulate inflammation in the body.