basal metabolic rate {Ans: the number of calories used by the body while in a fasting state accounts for approximately 60-70% of energy expenditure males 1kcal/kg/hr, femals 0.9kcal/kg/hr}Physical activity estimate {Ans: 1.2 = little to no exercise 1.375 = light exercise 1-3 days per week 1.55 = moderate exercise 3-5 days per week 1.725 = hard exercise 6-7 days per week 1.9 = hard daily exercise/job}categories of fad diets {Ans: (1) moderate calorie restriction, (2) carbohydrate focused, (3) low-fat, or (4) novelty.}self-monitoring {Ans: Keep a diary for several days, helps to reveal patterns}BMR Effectors {Ans: gender, lean body mass, body size, temperature, age, nervous system activity, levels of caffeine intake, and tobacco use}waist circumference {Ans: male >40, female >35 defines obesity}