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It usually has to do with the ingredients of the food. Often, it can also be told by the molecular formula and makeup of the food, as different types of molecules are processed and used by the body differentl, giving it either a high or a low calorie count.
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What are foods that are high in nutrients compared with their calorie content?
It is a nutrient dense food :)
What is nutritional norms?
these are standardized values for the nutrient content of foods.
What is a calorie and What is an empty calorie?
A calorie is a unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius. An empty calorie however does not give your body any energy at all.
Why do manufacturers always display the nutrient content per 100g?
Displaying the nutrient content in this way makes it easier to compare different foods or products.
How is it possible to have a high calorie but low nutrient diet?
you eat foods that aren't good for you then exercise.
What is calorie laden?
A high calorie content. This does not necessarily mean it is high in fat but foods to be aware of if you are watching your weight.
Why is it important to eat a variety of low-calorie nutrient-dense foods if you're trying to lose weight?
because it is. that life
Why is it important to include nutrient dense foods in your daily eating?
Nutrient dense foods are important because they give you more nutrients without the high calorie label to go with it. Nutrient dense foods give you a concentrated amount of valuable nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, fibre and essential fatty acids (such as omega 3)
What is the best low-calorie food?
Leafy green vegetables are the best low-calorie food. Mustard, turnip, or collard creens; kale; or watercress are the most nutrient-dense foods and very low in calories.
What do you mean byhigh-calorie food?
1 gram of protein translates to about 4 calories. 1 gram of carbohydrate (sugar or fiber) translates to about 4 calories. 1 gram of fat translates to about 9 calories."High-calorie food" usually refers to something that is high in fat, or high in calories but low in nutrients. Nutrient-dense foods like fruits and vegetables are usually considered low-calorie foods because they do not contain much fat and contain a high nutrient to calorie ratio.
Why is it important to include nutrient-dense foods in your daily eating?
Higher nutrient density allows you to get more benefit, from a smaller amount of food. Because of the higher nutrient density (found in fruits, vegetables and other natural foods) you will feel less hungry than you would if you ate pop tarts and potatoe chips.
Why fast food restaurants are now required to remove trans fat and post calorie content of foods on their menus?
so we dont die
