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What represents the energy needed to maintain essential body functions expressed as calories per hour per square meter of body surface?
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basal metabolismEtymology: Gk, basis + metabole, change
the amount of energy needed to maintain essential body functions, such as respiration, circulation, temperature, peristalsis, and muscle tone. Basal metabolism is measured when the subject is awake and at complete rest, has not eaten for 14 to 18 hours, and is in a comfortable, warm environment. It is expressed as a basal metabolic rate, according to Calories per hour per square meter of body surface. See also Calorie.
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How many calories does water have?
(Pure) water has no calories. The body cannot, and does not, metabolize water in order to derive energy (calories) from it.
What is expressed in unit of calories or btu?
heat energy
Foods that provide calories but a few essential nutrients?
Ice cream and potato chips are foods that provide calories but very few essential nutrients.
Are calories essential to your body?
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How is food energy measured?
calories, or kilocalories depending on whom you ask
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calories
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fats or lipids
What nutrients should teens try to get their most calories from?
One should get all three macronutrients in their diet(protein, carb, fats)get 30% of calories from protein60% of calories from complex carbohydrates10% of calories from essential fats.
What is the average hourly basal metabolic rate?
The average hourly basal metabolic rate is typically around 60-70 calories per hour for adults. This rate can vary based on factors such as age, gender, weight, and muscle mass. It represents the number of calories your body needs to perform basic functions at rest.
Is candy bar is a example of food that provides calories but few essential nutrients?
true
Ray should consume 2000 calories every day. He consumes 1735 calories to get essential nutrients. What is Ray's discretionary calorie allowance?
aldjf
What is heat expressed in?
joules Calories, btu's (British thermal units), and degrees. Depends what you're doing.
