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health18 days ago•7 min saved

Calorie labels are estimates, not exact numbers, nutrition scientists say

Calorie counts on packaged-food labels are estimates with a typical tolerance of up to 20% due to variations in digestion, absorption, and fiber; bomb calorimetry is the most accurate method but many labels rely on Atwater factors, which approximate calories from fat, carbs and protein. Restaurant and processing differences add to the uncertainty, and insoluble fiber can make actual absorbed calories lower than listed. The takeaway is to treat label numbers as rough guides and compare similar products rather than fixating on precise calories.

via NBC News|

#atwater-factor #bomb-calorimeter #calories

health21 days ago•13 min saved

Calories aren’t everything: smart eating depends on timing, chewing, and your gut

Calorie counting isn’t enough to manage weight. New science shows that when you eat, how fast you chew, and the structure of your food—shaped by gut microbes and circadian rhythms—determine how many calories you actually absorb and how hungry you remain. Eating more earlier in the day or shortening your eating window can reduce total intake; slower eating heightens satiety hormones and lowers subsequent cravings; food structure (whole vs ground, chewing) also changes absorption. Individual gut microbiomes cause wide variation in glucose responses, suggesting personalized nutrition, though general advice still urges fiber-rich foods and limiting sugar, salt and fat.

via BBC|

#appetite-hormones #calories #chrononutrition

health29 days ago•502 min saved

David Protein Bars Under Fresh Legal Fire Over Calorie and Fat Claims

A class-action lawsuit claims David’s protein bars misstate nutrition facts, pointing to an accredited lab that found each bar contains 263–275 calories (versus the label’s 150) and 11.76–13.52 g of fat (versus 2–2.5 g). The suit alleges FDA regulation violations and misleading advertising; David’s co-founder Peter Rahal maintains the labeling complies with FDA standards and notes the use of Epogee’s fat substitute (EPG). The case follows prior antitrust disputes related to EPG, even as the brand expands its product line.

via The Cut|

#calories #david #health

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Ditching influencer diets: a 20-pound loss that stuck for nine years

Hailey Groski gained 20 pounds after following fitness influencers, but she stopped outsourcing nutrition, used short-term calorie tracking to learn portions, and built sustainable, kind-to-yourself habits. These steps helped her create a gentle calorie deficit, lose the weight, and maintain it for nine years.

via Business Insider|

#calories #health #nutrition

health1 month ago•5 min saved

Unprocessed Whole Foods Cut 330 Daily Calories Without Shrinking Your Plate

A Bristol-led reanalysis of a 2019 trial finds that when people eat unprocessed whole foods they consume about 50% more food by volume but roughly 330 fewer calories per day than on ultra-processed diets, suggesting a built-in nutritional intelligence that favors micronutrient-rich foods and challenges the idea that weight loss is solely about portion size.

via ScienceAlert|

#calories #dietary-choices #health

life-and-style2 months ago•20 min saved

Gail’s 1,000-Calorie Club Sandwich Sparks Diet Debate

The Times’ feature on Gail’s shows a chicken sandwich topping 1,000 calories (about 1,067 kcal for Gail’s Smoked Chicken Caesar Club), prompting comparisons with rivals like Pret and M&S. A nutritionist cautions that weight management hinges on overall balance and satiety, not a single high-calorie meal, while the piece also highlights lower-calorie Gail’s options (often under 500 kcal) and the value of fiber and protein in meals.

via The Times|

#1000-calorie #calories #chicken-sandwich

health2 months ago•1 min saved

Calories Fade as Nutrition Moves Beyond Counting

The article argues that calories are losing their central role as the primary nutrition metric in the era of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and a growing emphasis on nutrient quality, with examples like 100-calorie snack packs feeling obsolete and a broader shift in how Americans think about dieting.

via The New York Times|

#calories #diet-trends #glp-1

health-and-wellness3 months ago•0 min saved

Top Healthy Breakfast Ideas for a Nutritious Start

The article highlights the importance of a nutritious breakfast and provides a curated list of healthy breakfast recipes that are under 500 calories, low in saturated fat, sodium, and cholesterol, to help start the year with health-conscious choices.

via The Washington Post|

#breakfast #calories #health-and-wellness

health-and-wellness6 months ago•5 min saved

Debunking Weight Loss Myths: What Really Works

The article debunks common weight loss myths, emphasizing that metabolism doesn't slow with age, exercise can't compensate for a poor diet, not all calories are equal, low-fat diets are not necessarily healthy, and that science-backed nutrition and products like HLTH Code can support sustainable weight loss and health.

via KSL.com|

#calories #diet #exercise

health6 months ago•14 min saved

Top Unhealthy Frozen Pizzas to Avoid

The article lists some of the most unhealthy frozen pizzas, highlighting their high levels of sodium, saturated fats, calories, and questionable additives, which can negatively impact health if consumed frequently or in large quantities.

via The Takeout|

#calories #fat #frozen-pizza

health8 months ago•1 min saved

Debunking the Myth of Breakfast as the Most Important Meal

Eating most of your calories earlier in the day, especially at breakfast, may be better for health by aligning with your circadian rhythm, improving energy, metabolism, blood sugar control, and sleep, while also helping to curb hunger and prevent overeating later.

via yahoo.com|

#breakfast #calories #circadian-rhythm

health8 months ago•0 min saved

CDC Reports Over Half of American Calories Come from Ultra-Processed Foods

More than half of the calories Americans consume come from ultra-processed foods, which are linked to health issues, according to CDC data, as officials plan to regulate these inexpensive and tasty products.

via The Washington Post|

#americans #calories #cdc

sports8 months ago•6 min saved

Tour de France Riders' Breakfasts: More Than You Eat in a Day

Tour de France riders consume massive, calorie-dense breakfasts, often up to 2,000 calories, consisting of carbs like pasta, rice, and bread, along with eggs and smoothies, prepared by team chefs. These meals are designed to fuel intense stages and are tailored to meet precise nutritional needs, focusing heavily on carbohydrates while limiting fats and proteins to optimize performance and weight management.

via Outside Magazine|

#breakfast #calories #cyclists

health-and-fitness1 year ago•1 min saved

Rethinking Daily Exercise: Steps, Cycling, and Health Insights

Cycling for 30 minutes at a brisk pace can provide a similar caloric expenditure to the popular goal of walking 10,000 steps a day, according to physical therapist Scott Williams. This suggests that biking could be a faster alternative to achieve daily activity needs for a healthy lifestyle.

via CyclingWeekly|

#biking #calories #exercise

health1 year ago•0 min saved

Why Exercise Alone Isn't the Key to Weight Loss

A study on the Hadza tribe, known for their active lifestyle, revealed that their daily energy expenditure is similar to that of sedentary office workers in the U.S., suggesting that exercise alone may not be effective for weight loss.

via The Washington Post|

#calories #exercise #health