Chapter 6, Problem 15PS

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The relations of BMR with weight for a male of 6’0” 45-year-old and the calories than a $250$-pound man must consume to maintain his weight than a $200$-pound man also explain why does BMR depend on weight.

Introduction:

BMR stands for basal metabolic rate is the calculation of energy required to carry on the functioning of the body activities in the rest conditions. It measures the rate of energy expenditure when a person is at rest or awake, after a fast and in controlled or comfortable environment.