Energy balance Flashcards
1
Q
State the factors of energy balance
A
age , gender , body composition and size , lifestyle
2
Q
How to know when an energy is balanced ?
A
Energy is balanced when the dietary amount consumed equals to the amount needed and no weight is gained or lost ( energy input = energy output (
3
Q
What is the difference of negative and positive energy balance
A
Negative energy balance means that the dietary amount consumed is less than what is needed , resulting in weight loss . Positive energy balance means that the dietary amount consumed is more than what is needed , resulting in weight gain
