Nutrition
Nutrition
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781337906371
Author: Sizer, Frances Sienkiewicz., WHITNEY, Ellie
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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BMR or basal metabolic rate is defined as the rate of expanded energy per unit time by an endothermic animal at the state of rest. It shows the energy amount per unit time, which is used by a person for the proper functioning of the body at rest. Factors affecting BMR include body size, weight, muscle mass, body temperature, and gender. Thyroid hormone is responsible for regulation and maintenance of BMR.

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