Burning calories can be a very simple process; it does not have to involve hours of strenuous activity. It is possible to burn calories by doing as little as standing up.
Calories
Calories are a form of energy needed by the body for effective functioning. According to MayoClinic.com, consuming more calories than burned causes an increase in weight. Therefore, it is important to burn calories regularly.
NEAT
NEAT stands for non-exercise activity thermogenesis; it is a good way of burning calories performing normal everyday activities. Fidgeting, gesturing, laughing and standing are all light activities that aid in calorie burning.
Significance
The "New York Times" reported that a study conducted by MayoClinic.com scientists found that standing could burn approximately 350 calories per day. If you calculate this in weight loss per year, it equates to between 35 and 40 lbs. annually.
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