Monday, December 26, 2016

How long can a snickers bar prolong life in the event that one is dying from hunger?

A snickers bar contains around 488 calories, according to a quick Google.

At base metabolism, even when starving, you'll burn between 500 and 800 calories a day without moving.

So, assuming you have access to water, you should last maybe a day longer if you have access to a snickers bar than if you don't. Though I haven't taken into account the fact it may keep the fat reserves working longer, so if any biology majors want to help me out here…



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