Caloric expenditure

Caloric expenditure refers to the number of calories your body uses to maintain its functions and support activities throughout the day. It includes the calories burned while at rest, during digestion, and through physical activities like walking, exercising, or even fidgeting. Essentially, it measures how much energy your body consumes in total. Understanding caloric expenditure is important for managing weight, as it helps you balance the calories you consume through food with those you burn, influencing weight gain, loss, or maintenance.