Physical activity level (PAL)

Total energy cost of physical activity throughout the day, expressed as a ratio of basal metabolic rate. Calculated from the physical activity ratio for each activity, multiplied by the time spent in that activity.


The ratio of total energy expenditure (TEE) to 24-hour resting or basal energy expenditure (RMR), that is, TEE/RMR.


 


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