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Basal Metabolic Rate by EAS Question: What is meant by the term "Basal Metabolic Rate?" Answer: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), or basal metabolism represents the minimal energy expended to keep a resting, awake body alive. This requires about 60-70% of the total energy use by the body. The processes involved include maintaining a heartbeat, respiration, temperature, and other functions. It does not include energy used for physical activity or digesting foods. Basal metabolism accounts for roughly 1 kcalorie/kilogram(2.2 lbs.)/hour. We use the term "roughly," due to the fact that the amount of energy used for basal metabolism depends primarily upon lean body mass. What's your basal metabolic rate? Figure out your basal metabolic rate by using our calculator: http://www.bodytrends.com/bmrcalc.asp