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Energy Expenditure Control

Meaning

The physiological regulation and clinical management of the total amount of energy, measured in calories, that an organism utilizes over a specific period, encompassing basal metabolic rate, thermogenesis, and physical activity. Effective energy expenditure control is paramount for achieving and maintaining optimal body composition, metabolic health, and hormonal balance. Disruptions in this control, often mediated by thyroid and adrenal hormones, contribute significantly to metabolic dysfunction and weight dysregulation.