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| Definition |
| Thermic Effect on Food (TEF) is the energy expended (calories burned) when an individual consumes and digest food. |
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| How’s it Used |
| TEF is often used when determining how many calories you need or burn/expend a day. |
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| TEF Formula |
- TEF is typically 5 to 15% of the total calories you burn a day.
- Generally, 10% is the most widely accepted percentage for TEF
- You take 10% of the total amount of calories you ate in a day
- TEF = (daily caloric intake) x 0.1
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| TEF Breakdown |
- Protein
- Carbohydrates
- Fibrous Vegetables
- Dietary Fat
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