Watching scary movies can help you burn the calorific equivalent of a
small chocolate bar, according to a new study by researchers at the
University of Westminster.
The study found that films with regular "jump-scare" moments were most
likely to help burn calories because they increased the heart rate
dramatically. "Each of the 10 films tested set pulses racing, sparking
an increase in the heart rate of the case studies," said Dr Richard
Mackenzie, senior lecturer and specialist in cell metabolism and
physiology at the university. "As the pulse quickens and blood pumps
around the body faster, the body experiences a surge in adrenaline. It
is this release of fast-acting adrenaline, produced during short bursts
of intense stress (or in this case, brought on by fear), which is known
to lower the appetite, increase the basal metabolic rate and ultimately
burn a higher level of calories."Yet another reason to hop on Netflix and watch a horror film, maybe a few!
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