Factors that appear to help reduce the body's set point for body weight and body fatness include
a. regular aerobic exercise.
b. decreased protein intake.
c. use of weight loss medications.
d. use of specific vitamin supplements.
A
It is very difficult to reduce the body's set point for body weight and body fatness; regular aero-bic exercise seems to be the most effective intervention. Protein intake, weight loss medications, and vitamin supplements do not affect set point.
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