Each to his own balanced diet

Energy to burn!

Even at rest, the body needs energy to ensure its vital functions: heart, breathing, temperature and muscle tone, etc. This essential energy need is the "base metabolism". It should be measured in a fasting subject at rest with a temperature of 18 to 20°C. For 24 hours, a man's basic metabolism averages 1,580 kcal and a woman's 1,290 kcal. The moment you start moving, your energy needs begin to rise.

We're all different!

Night and day, your body uses energy. Even more if you are growing, doing sport or even your homework. But everyone is different. After a basketball match, eating a banana may be sufficient to recharge your batteries whereas your team mate requires a sandwich on top. In any case, you should keep on the move to stay healthy. Speed walk for 30 minutes every day or go for a cycle. Otherwise get the same kind of exercise walking up and down the stairs or taking the dog out!