3.2.3.2 Energy Needs — AQA Food Preparation and Nutrition 8585 | GradeGen
AQA GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition · 8585
Energy Needs
What you need to know
Explain the concepts of basal metabolic rate (BMR) and physical activity level (PAL).
Understand how factors such as age, gender, and PAL affect BMR and their importance in achieving long-term energy balance.
Recall the recommended percentage of energy intake from macronutrients: 15% from protein, 35% or less from fat, and 50% from carbohydrates (45% from starches, milk lactose, and fruit sugars; maximum 5% from free sugars).
Apply general practical skills to demonstrate appropriate portion sizes tailored to specific life stages and physical activity levels.
