Diet And Meal Planning (8)

Question 1

Basal metabolic rate

Answer 1

The minimum amount of energy that the body uses to maintain vital metabolic functions while at rest

Question 2

Thermic effect of food

Answer 2

This is the energy used by the body to digest food into nutrients, absorb nutrients and remove waste

Question 3

Balanced diet

Answer 3

Supplies the necessary energy and nutrients in the correct proportions for the healthy growth and maintenance of the body

Question 4

1. Energy balance
2. Energy input
3. Energy output

Answer 4

1. The relationship between the energy input and energy output of a person
2. The amount of energy a person obtains from their diet
3. The amount of energy a person uses for basal metabolism, the thermic effect of food and physical activities