Calories and kcal are used interchangeably and refer to the same amount of energy, but kilojoules require conversion. Usage may differ depending on where you live. Calories are a measure of energy.
Everything we consume contains energy our bodies use to move, grow and maintain health. To work out how much energy is in different foods and drinks, we need to first look at a few core concepts.
Calories and kilojoules: how do we know the energy content of food, and how accurate are the labels?
Lauren Ball works for The University of Queensland and receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council, Queensland Health, Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and ...
Calories and kilojoules: How do we know the energy content of food, and how accurate are the labels?
Everything we eat contains energy that our bodies use to maintain health. The energy stored in food and drinks is released when the body breaks down one or more of the four macronutrients inside the ...
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