Question

which statement is false?
a. your basal metabolism is the minimum amount of energy required for your body to survive.
b. weight management is the ability to maintain a proper balance of the calories you intake and those you expend.
c. beef, chicken, and pork are often referred to as empty calories.
d. the rate at which you are burning and utilizing calories is known as your metabolic rate.

Explanation:

• Option A: Basal metabolism is indeed the minimum energy for basic body functions like breathing, circulation, etc., to keep the body alive. So this statement is true.
• Option B: Weight management is about balancing calorie intake (from food) and calorie expenditure (through activities, basal metabolism). This statement is true.
• Option C: Empty - calorie foods are those that have a lot of calories but few nutrients (e.g., sugary drinks, some junk foods). Beef, chicken, and pork are good sources of protein, vitamins (like B - vitamins), and minerals (like iron). They are not empty - calorie foods. So this statement is false.
• Option D: The metabolic rate is defined as the rate at which the body burns and uses calories. This statement is true.

Answer:

C. Beef, chicken, and pork are often referred to as empty calories.