Jose is trying to lose 100 pounds.He has greatly restricted his caloric intake but has lost only about 6 percent of his desired goal.Jose's limited weight loss is due,at least in part,to the fact that his dietary restriction led to a(n)
A) decrease in his secretion of ghrelin.
B) elevation of his set point.
C) decrease in his metabolic rate.
D) elevation of his blood glucose level.

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A decrease in caloric intake can lead to a decrease in metabolic rate, which means the body burns fewer calories at rest. This can slow down weight loss progress. Additionally, as the body loses weight, it may require fewer calories to operate, further reducing the metabolic rate.

Jose Is Trying to Lose 100 Pounds