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Karger Publishers, Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism, 2(72), p. 134-141, 2018

DOI: 10.1159/000486320

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Validity of Predictive Equations for Resting Energy Expenditure in Greek Adults

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Abstract

<b><i>Aim:</i></b> To examine the validity of published resting energy expenditure (REE) equations in Greek adults, and if indicated, develop new cohort-specific predictive REE equations. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Indirect calorimetry and anthropometric data were obtained from 226 adult volunteers of diverse age groups and body mass index ranges (18–60 years, 16.6–67.7 kg·m<sup>–2</sup>). Measured REE was compared to preexisting prediction equations via correlation, regression, and Bland-Altman analysis. Then, cohort-specific REE equations were developed using curve estimation and nonlinear regression. To reduce type I error, presently derived equations were validated by splitting the sample into a training and validation group. <b><i>Results:</i></b> Preexisting equations over-predicted in-cohort REE. Equations by Livigston and Kohlstadt were most accurate at the individual level (63% accuracy), while formulas by Owen and collaborators elicited highest accuracy at the group level (–1.8% bias). Bland-Altman analysis showed proportional bias for most equations. Currently developed equations showed highest overall accuracy with 70% at the individual and group level (1.0% bias), with small differences between measured and predicted REE values (mean, 95% CI 36 [–15 to 88] kcal·day<sup>–1</sup>). <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> Data indicate currently developed equations to be the most accurate and valid for estimating REE in Greek adults. Further studies should examine the developed equations in an independent sample.