Energy Intake Flashcards
1
Q
What does 1000J equal?
A
1KJ
2
Q
What does 1000 calories equal?
A
1 Kilocalorie (Kcal)
3
Q
How many calories to one joule?
A
4.2 roughly
4
Q
How many Kcals is in 1 gram of carbohydrate?
A
4 kcals per gram
5
Q
How many Kcals is in 1 gram of protein
A
4 Kcals per gram
6
Q
How many Kcals is in 1 gram of Fat?
A
9 Kcals per gram
7
Q
How many Kcals is in 1 gram of alcohol?
A
7 Kcals per gram
8
Q
What makes up our calorie expenditure?
A
resting metabolic rate
thermic effect of food
physical activity
