EAT LESS BURN MORE

February 1, 2025
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Learn the science behind weight loss: how to burn more calories than you consume. Discover the relationship between calorie reduction, exercise, and healthy weight loss. Expert guidance from Dr. Kapil Agrawal.

EAT LESS BURN MORE

Being active is an integral part of any weight-loss program. When you're live and active, your body consumes more energy and, as a result, burns more calories. When you burn more calories than you devour, you shed pounds. Let us do an easy calculation for a better understanding. Weight Loss Is the best mantra for fitness.

Understanding the Science of Weight Loss

Are you aware that 3,500 calories equal about 1 pound (0.45 kilogram) of fat? So, to lose 1 pound or .45 kg of fat, you need to burn at least 3,500 calories more than you consume. You should be aware that when you lose weight by 0.5 kg/ week, it is considered healthy weight loss.

To achieve healthy and effective weight loss without undergoing any crash diet course, you need to cut only 500 calories from your diet every day. (500 calories x 7 days = 3,500 calories). In this manner, you will lose approximately 0.5 kg per week without causing any harm to your body.

Calorie Reduction vs. Exercise

While calorie reduction has a more powerful impact on weight loss than exercising, exercise has a more potent effect in preventing weight gain and maintaining weight loss.

For maximum wholesome results in adults, the encouraged pointers for exercising are:

Aerobic Exercise

  • Frequency: At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity
  • Examples: Walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, dancing
  • Benefits: Burns calories, improves cardiovascular health, boosts metabolism

Strength Training Exercises

  • Frequency: At least 2 days per week, targeting all major muscle groups
  • Examples: Weight lifting, resistance band exercises, bodyweight exercises
  • Benefits: Builds muscle mass, increases metabolism, helps maintain weight loss

The Perfect Combination

For optimal weight loss results, combine both approaches:

  1. Reduce calorie intake - Cut 500 calories daily from your diet
  2. Increase physical activity - Engage in regular aerobic and strength training exercises
  3. Maintain consistency - Make these changes part of your daily routine

This combination ensures you create a sustainable calorie deficit while building muscle and improving overall health.

About Dr. Kapil Agrawal and his team

Dr. Kapil Agrawal is one of the best bariatric or weight loss surgeons in India. Excellent results, the complete range of bariatric surgeries, and highly coordinated post-operative services make him an outstanding and top bariatric surgeon in India.

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Dr. Kapil Agrawal

Senior Consultant at Apollo Group of Hospitals

Published on 1 February 2025

About the Doctor

Dr. Kapil Agrawal

Dr. Kapil Agrawal

Senior Consultant - Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon

23+ years of Experience

Dr. Kapil Agrawal is a leading and one of the best Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Delhi, India. He has an overall experience of 23 years and has been working as a Senior Consultant Surgeon at Apollo Group of Hospitals, New Delhi, India. He is performing advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for various conditions, which include Gallbladder stones, Hernia, Appendicitis, Rectal prolapse, and pseudo-pancreatic cyst.

Qualifications
  • MBBS - Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Varanasi
  • MS (Surgery) - Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU, Varanasi
  • MRCS (London, U.K) - Royal College of Surgeons, London
Specializations
Laparoscopic SurgeryRobotic SurgeryGallbladder SurgeryHernia Surgery
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