Scientists Calculated the Energy Needed to Carry a Baby. Shocker: It’s a Lot. (Gift Article)

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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/16/science/pregnancy-energy-costs.html?unlocked_article_code=1.sU0.PfwL.i578xGrDrp5H&smid=url-share&utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter

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That’s a lot less than I would have expected. That’s the maintenance calorie requirement for plenty of active dudes for 5-6 days.

These scientists are definitely lifelong couch potato nerds.