Why do females need less energy intake (kJ) than men?!


Question:

Why do females need less energy intake (kJ) than men?

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2 weeks ago
and why do women need a higher intake during pregnancy? Is it solely just because the baby lives off her nutrients too?

2 weeks ago
and why do women need a higher intake during pregnancy? Is it solely just because the baby lives off her nutrients too?

2 weeks ago
and during breastfeeding? Energy intake is higher than during pregnancy. Why?


Answers:

Because on average they are lighter in weight than men. The heavier someone is, the more energy they use doing certain tasks.




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