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Energy Output Calibration

Meaning

Energy Output Calibration refers to the precise clinical and physiological management of the body’s total daily energy expenditure (TDEE) to align with specific metabolic and hormonal health goals. This goes beyond simple calorie counting to incorporate the optimization of basal metabolic rate (BMR), the thermic effect of food (TEF), and the energy cost of physical activity (NEAT and EAT). Proper calibration is vital for achieving sustainable body composition changes and preventing metabolic adaptation that often accompanies aggressive caloric restriction. The goal is to match energy expenditure with hormonal capacity for repair and maintenance.