To lose one pound,you need to create a negative energy balance of _____ calories.
A)500
B)1,000
C)3,500
D)7,000

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It is commonly accepted that to lose one pound, you need to create a negative energy balance of 3,500 calories. This means that you need to burn or consume 3,500 fewer calories than you normally would over a period of time to lose one pound. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because they are not the accepted number of calories needed to lose one pound.

To Lose One Pound,you Need to Create a Negative Energy