Pre-Lab Questionnaire

How familiar are you with the concepts of energy intake and energy expenditure?

• Not Familar

• Somewhat Familiar

• Very Familiar

What factors influence a person’s daily energy needs? (Select all that apply)

• Age

• Gender

• Body Composition

• Physical Activity Level

• Diet Type

What does Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) measure?

• The energy used for physical activities

• The energy required to maintain basic bodily functions at rest

• The energy consumed in food

• The rate at which food is digested

How do you define caloric balance?

• Energy intake is equal to energy expenditure

• Energy intake is greater than energy expenditure

• • Energy intake is less than energy expenditure

• It refers to the total number of calories consumed in a day

What are the possible consequences of long-term energy imbalance?

• Weight gain or obesity

• Weight loss or malnutrition

• Increased risk of metabolic disorders

• No significant health effect

Do you track your daily energy intake and expenditure?

• Yes, regularly

• Sometimes

• Rarely

• Never

Do you think understanding energy metabolism is important for your daily life and health?

• Yes

• No

• Not sure

What do you expect to learn from this activity?