Please type your answer that covers four parts A ...An athlete has a daily energ
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Question
Please type your answer that covers four parts
A...An athlete has a daily energy allowance of 2500 kcalories. Calculate the personal daily value for fat based on this energy intake.
B...Based on the classic rule of thumb, what would be the approximate weight gain of a person who consumes an excess of 500 kcalories daily for one month?
C...When an adult gains an extra 10 pounds of body weight, approximately how much of this weight is fat?
D....In an adult who gains 20 pounds of excess body weight, about how much of this is lean tissue?
Explanation / Answer
A) 750 kcal from fat is the personal daily value for fat based on this energy intake.
B) Based on the classic rule of thumb, 4 lbs would be the approximate weight gain of a person who consumes an excess of 500 kcalories daily for one month.
C) When an adult gains an extra 10 pounds of body weight, approximately 7.5 lbs of this weight is fat.
D) In an adult who gains 20 pounds of excess body weight, about 5 lbs of this is lean tissue.