Do People With Missing Limbs Eat Less? A Nuanced Look at Amputee Nutrition
                                
                                
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                                Following a lower limb amputation, some individuals may burn up to 65% more energy while walking with a prosthetic compared to before. This complicates the simple question: do people with missing limbs eat less? The answer is more complex than a straightforward 'yes' or 'no'.