Michele believes she cannot lose weight because she has a slow metabolism. Of the research she has done on the subject, which would be considered reliable?

A slow metabolism means the body uses less energy at rest, which is reflected in a lower basal metabolic rate. Exercise and dietary changes can still help with weight loss, so claims that people with slow metabolisms cannot lose weight are not reliable. Metabolism is also not the only cause of weight gain.

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