Situational influences on our food consumption have prompted psychologists to emphasize

A) basal metabolic rate.
B) the set point.
C) the ecology of eating.
D) body mass index.

Ecology of Eating

The study of how the environment and ecological factors influence eating habits and food choices, including cultural, social, and physical aspects.

Situational Influences

Effects of external environmental factors on an individual's behavior, decisions, or attitudes, emphasizing the role of context.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The number of calories required to keep your body functioning at rest, representing the minimum amount of energy needed for vital organs to operate.