The number of calories your body burns while you are resting is called
A. body mass index (BMI).
B. peristalsis.
C. metabolism.
D. resting metabolic rate (RMR).
D. resting metabolic rate (RMR).
Fats supply over twice the number of calories as the same weight of carbohydrates and proteins.
A. true
B. false
A. true
Spinach and other leafy green vegetables are nutrient-dense foods.
A. true
Most of the absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream takes place in the large intestine.
A. True
B. False
B. False
Most of the absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream takes place in the small intestine.
Every person has the same calorie needs.
A. true
B. false
B. false
Calorie needs vary from person to person based on factors such as age, sex, weight, activity level, and metabolism.
The MyPlate plan recommends having more protein than vegetables for each meal.
A. True
B. False