Best-fitting prediction equations for basal metabolic rate: informing obesity interventions in diverse populations.

ABSTRACT: Basal metabolic rate (BMR) represents the largest component of total energy expenditure and is a major contributor to energy balance. Therefore, accurately estimating BMR is critical for developing rigorous obesity prevention and control strategies. Over the past several decades, numerous BMR formulas have been developed targeted to different population groups. A comprehensive literature search revealed 248 BMR estimation equations developed using diverse ranges of age, gender, race, fat-free mass, fat mass, height, waist-to-hip ratio, body mass index and weight. A subset of 47 studies included enough detail to allow for development of meta-regression equations. Utilizing these studies, meta-equations were developed targeted to 20 specific population groups. This review provides a comprehe

SUBMITTER: Sabounchi NS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4278349 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature