Thermic effect of the food may be defined as the amount of the energy expand above the BMR due to the food storage and its processing. The thermic effect of the food can be increased by the aerobic exercises.
The production of the heat by the adipose tissue is also involved in the thermic effect. The estimates used for the food thermic effect is around 10% of the individual's calorie intake and may also depends on the effect of the different food components.
The energy required for all the enzymatic reactions that take place during food digestion and absorption of nutrients is called the “thermic effect of food” and accounts for about 10 percent of total energy expended per day.
This is all about your opinion I would advise you write a food guide pyramid because meals will be more balanced. You can add more detail to this if you want.
Since there is no choices, I'm assuming it's an opinionated question. The best way would be to talk to them face to face. Upfront talks are better even if they may be scary or intimidating. Hope this helps!
It is important to set goals because you will desire something higher than what you have now. It's important to share them with others so they can hold you accountable and make sure you are trying to achieve your goals.