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6 meals a day helps to increase the metabolism of the body for athletes. is it true?
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Yes...: Eating small frequent meals stimulates metabolism by taping into the tef (thermic effect of food).
Answered 3/26/2013
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Yes.: As the good doctor explained. An interesting study was done in the late 70's. Prisoners (male) were fed 2000 kcal/day. 1/3 got a 2000 kcal breakfast-no weight gain or loss! 1/3 got a 2000 kcal supper-most gained weight.1/3 got three meals per day-almost all lost weight! frequent feedings that are isocaloric with one large meal is healthier!
Answered 12/9/2013
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