Which of the Following Does Not Decrease Basal Metabolic Rate

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does not decrease basal metabolic rate?

• A) Increasing age
• B) Sleep
• C) Smoking
• D) Low-calorie diets
• E) Stretching exercises

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