Chapter 9: Energy Balance
Chapter 9 deals with energy balance: energy in – energy out. As part of this discussion, we will also talk about obesity and weight management.
Sections:
9.0 Introduction to Energy Balance
9.2 Factors Affecting Energy Intake
9.3 Factors Affecting Energy Expenditure
9.4 Dietary, Behavioral, and Physical Activity Recommendations for Weight Management
9.5 Body Mass Index, Body Fat Content, and Fat Distribution
Chapter 9 is primarily adapted from Fialkowski Revilla, et al. Human Nutrition.
definition
Obesity is the condition of having excess accumulation of body fat. It is associated with health problems such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension.
