Factors affecting energy metabolism

Abstract

Physical activity can cause a greater change in the metabolic rate of an individual than any other factor. This is also the case for two people of the same sex and identical age, weight, height and body composition. However, many people spend a large proportion of the day in sedentary activities and it is then that factors other than physical activity become important in determining the energy expenditure of an individual.

Citation

Dauncey, M.J. (1979), "Factors affecting energy metabolism", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 79 No. 5, pp. 2-4. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb058766