Energy balance

Using alternative methods to account for dietary misreporting (specifically revised Goldberg and predicted total energy expenditure methods) strengthens and clarifies the associations between dietary intake and body mass index compared to the original Goldberg method.

When analyzing diet and weight data, do not rely solely on standard energy reporting cutoffs. Use alternative methods like predicted total energy expenditure (pTEE) or revised basal metabolic rate equations to identify and account for misreporting. This approach strengthens the observed associations between diet and BMI, providing more accurate insights into how specific foods impact weight.