To lose one pound of fat per week, a person can increase energy expenditure by 250 calories per day and decrease caloric intake by 250 calories per day.

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To lose one pound of fat, a deficit of approximately 3,500 calories is needed. By creating a daily deficit of 500 calories (250 from increased activity and 250 from reduced intake), a person can achieve this over a week.

To Lose One Pound of Fat Per Week, a Person