Nutrition and Energy Quiz

What is the definition of energy in the context of nutrition?

• The capacity to perform work

• The amount of food consumed

• The weight of food

• The volume of food intake

Which unit is commonly used to measure energy in food?

• Kilograms

• Liters

• Calories

• Meters

Which method directly measures the heat released from food when it is burned?

• Indirect calorimetry

• Direct calorimetry

• Respiratory quotient

• BMR calculation

What is the primary principle of indirect calorimetry?

• Measuring the temperature of food

• Measuring oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production

• Assessing the weight of food

• Measuring the fat content of food

What is the term for the total amount of energy required by the body for basic physiological functions?

• Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)

• Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

• Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)

• Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)

Which factor affects the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?

• Age

• Meal timing

• Activity level

• Macronutrient ratio

Which of the following affects the Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)?

• Physical activity level

• Meal composition

• Stress levels

• Sleep duration

Which factor does NOT influence Total Energy Expenditure (TDEE)?

• Body composition

• Diet quality

• Age

• Gender

What does the Thermic Effect of Food (TEF) refer to?

• The energy required for digestion and metabolism of food

• The energy expended during physical activity

• The energy used at rest

• The energy needed for body temperature regulation

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?

• Body surface area

• Hormone levels

• Sleep duration

• Meal frequency