Nutrition Unit Flashcards
3 factors that determine the number of calories per day you need.
age, sex, physical activity level
8 factors that influence eating habits and food choices
GAPCEEFE
Geography/Climate, availability, personal preferences, Convenience, emotions, economics, family customs/holidays, ethnic background
metabolism
the rate at which food is converted to energy in body cells.
What does BMR stand for?
Basal Metabolic Rate
Basal Metabolic Rate
the number of calories the body uses at rest to keep all body systems functioning.
6 signs of a fad diet
MREBSR
magic or miracle food, rapid weight loss, no exercise, bizarre quantities, specific food combinations, rigid menus.
How many calories are in one lb of fat (adipose tissue)?
3,500
first step in weight management
determine your desirable weight and body composition.
Desirable weight
a weight that is healthful for a person
6 factors that determine your desirable weight
BHAG CM
Body fat %, height, age gender, caloric intake, metabolism
to maintain weight, your
caloric intake must be the same as your caloric expenditure
the lose weight, your
caloric intake must be less than caloric expenditure.
to gain weight, your
caloric intake must be greater than caloric expenditure
what is a body weight 10% more than desirable weight called?
overweight
what is a body weight 20% more than desirable weight called?
obese
