Larissa has a BMI of 30% and a waist measurement of 40. Describe Larissa's body composition, set a reasonable goal for her, and devise a plan to help her accomplish the goal. Her BMI is too high and the goal should be to reduce her BMI.
Mario visits with an eight-year-old client who has just learned she is allergic to gluten. He wants to come up with a diet plan to help her manage her new food restrictions.
Basal metabolic rate (BMR) – even at rest, the body needs energy (kilojoules) to keep all its systems functioning correctly (such as breathing, keeping the heart beating to circulate blood, growing and repairing cells and adjusting hormone levels).