W26-L3: Energy in food and BMR Flashcards
1
Q
What is macronutrition?
A
Study of obtaining energy to fuel normal activity
2
Q
How much does an average adult need?
A
10 MJ of energy
3
Q
What is BMR?
A
A measurable quantity that is the minimum energy to sustain life
4
Q
How much does exercise take of your daily energy needs?
A
less than 40%
5
Q
How does high body fat and gender affect BMR?
A
High body fat decreases it, as does being female
