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A calorie measures what?

A calorie measures what?
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A calorie measures what?

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A calorie is a unit that is used to measure energy. The Calorie you see on a food package is actually a kilocalorie, or 1,000 calories. A Calorie (kcal) is the amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water 1 degree Celsius.
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Calories measure energy it is not used for weight or nutrient density
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