A decrease in physical activity and basal metabolic rate from early to late adulthood leads to an estimated decrease in daily energy needs by _____ calories per year.

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The decrease in physical activity and basal metabolic rate from early to late adulthood typically leads to a decrease in daily energy needs by about 7-10 calories per year. This gradual decline is due to factors such as loss of muscle mass and changes in hormonal levels affecting metabolism.

A Decrease in Physical Activity and Basal Metabolic Rate from Early