What is energy measured in
Kilocalories
What % should our energy intake come from
50% carbs
15% proteins
35%fat
Energy is needed for…
Physical activities Growth Heat Function of internal organs Cellular activity
What does Bmr stand for
Basal metabolic rate
What is BMR
the process through which the body converts the food we eat into energy
What is the average BMR hourly rare
70kcal
When can BMR be checked
When a person is warm
At mental and physical rest
Fasting for 1 hours
What happens to excess energy
Turned to adipose tissue