Lung and Oxygen: is the proportion of CO2 produced to O2 volume consumed. Determined by the proportion of carbohydrates and fats oxidised (used as fuels). Energy produced differs for each food. Can be used to calculate BMR and determine fuel use.

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is the proportion of CO2 produced to O2 volume consumed. Determined by the proportion of carbohydrates and fats oxidised (used as fuels). Energy produced differs for each food. Can be used to calculate BMR and determine fuel use.

C.A McElhatton · Accepted Answer

Respiratory Exchange Ratio (RER)

Lung and Oxygen

Is the proportion of CO2 produced to O2 volume consumed. Determined by the proportion of carbohydrates and fats oxidised (used as fuels). Energy produced differs for each food. Can be used to calculate BMR and determine fuel use.

Respiratory Exchange Ratio (RER)

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