Question

Is a high respiratory quotient good?

Answer 1

High respiratory quotient

1. The respiratory quotient is the proportion of carbon dioxide ejected to oxygen consumed during cellular respiration.
2. No, high respiratory quotients are not healthy because they lead to an increase in body weight and fat mass buildup.
3. The Respiratory Quotient (R.Q.) should be between 0.7 and 1.0 in a healthy person.