Chapters 9 And 10 Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
How many kcal are equivalent to 1 g of fat?
A
9!
2
Q
What is the Cunningham equation for?
A
Calculating resting metabolic rate
3
Q
What is the Cunningham equation?
A
RMR = 500 + 22 (Lean Body Mass)
4
Q
In calculating caloric needs via the Cunningham equation, what is the range of activity factor?
A
1.2-1.9
5
Q
What do the numbers in the activity factor equate to?
A
1.2 = sedentary
1.9 = most active
