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Energy Expenditure

Meaning

Energy expenditure is the precise measure of the total amount of energy consumed by the body to sustain all physiological and physical activities over a defined period. This total includes the basal metabolic rate, which is the energy required for vital organ function at rest, the thermic effect of food, and the energy utilized for all physical movement. Accurate determination of an individual’s energy expenditure is fundamental for managing body composition, addressing weight dysregulation, and optimizing metabolic balance.