How Does The Human Body Burn Fat?

Here's what happens when the body starts converting stored fat into usable energy.

By David Prologo, Emory University
Jul 23, 2018 10:24 PMApr 26, 2020 9:46 PM
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This 3D rendering shows fat cells in the human body. (Credit: Spectral-Design/Shutterstock)

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Many of us may be considering “burning some fat” so we feel better in our bathing suits out on the beach or at the pool. What does that actually mean, though?

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