Chapter 30, Problem 30.52P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Why weight loss is considered as a simple math problem should be explained.

Concept Introduction:

There are many theories behind weight loss, which have not been proved exactly, but the main nutrition agreement is that weight increases as there are more calories available to convert them to fat. The reverse is also true, if there is a decrease in calorie intake, and an increase in calorie consumption inside the body, there will be a loss in energy content, so the body will start “burning” fat in order to substitute the energy loss.