Energy Balance and Diet Flashcards

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What does energy balance mean?

Eating the same energy as you use each day, so your weight stays stable.

The energy you get from food and drink, measured in kilocalories (kcal) or kilojoules (kJ).

The total energy you use for body functions, movement and digesting food.

The energy your body needs at rest to keep you alive, like breathing and heartbeat.

Age, sex and activity level (more active people need more energy).

You take in more energy than you use, so you gain weight, mostly as body fat.

You take in less energy than you use, so you lose weight and may feel tired.

You use less energy, so if you eat the same as on an active day you may gain weight.

It increases energy use, helping you maintain or reduce body mass.

Too little causes fatigue and slow recovery; too much can cause unwanted weight gain and slow movement.

1 kilocalorie (kcal) is about 4.2 kilojoules (kJ).

They are still growing and are often very active, so their bodies use more energy.