Weight loss occurs when which condition holds?

Weight loss occurs when which condition holds?

• A. kcal in > kcal used
• B. kcal in = kcal used
• C. kcal in < kcal used
• D. kcal used > kcal in

Answer: (D)

Weight loss happens when the energy you use each day exceeds the energy you take in. Your body needs kilocalories for basal metabolism, daily activity, and digestion; if expenditure surpasses intake, the body taps stored energy to make up the difference, resulting in a loss of body mass. If intake equals expenditure, weight stays the same; if intake exceeds expenditure, weight increases. For example, burning about 2500 kcal daily but consuming 2300 creates a 200 kcal daily deficit, which over time can lead to noticeable weight loss.

Weight loss happens when the energy you use each day exceeds the energy you take in. Your body needs kilocalories for basal metabolism, daily activity, and digestion; if expenditure surpasses intake, the body taps stored energy to make up the difference, resulting in a loss of body mass. If intake equals expenditure, weight stays the same; if intake exceeds expenditure, weight increases. For example, burning about 2500 kcal daily but consuming 2300 creates a 200 kcal daily deficit, which over time can lead to noticeable weight loss.