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Calorie Burn and Calorie Consumption
8 Things You Don’t Know About Calories
Discover the sneaky facts about calorie burn and calorie consumption that trip up even the savviest dieter
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The Truth About Calories
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Portions Sizes Are Out of Control
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Serving Sizes Are Deceiving
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Not All Calories Are Created Equal
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Gym Machine Counts Are Bogus
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Exercise Makes You Hungry
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Liquid Calories Are Ignored
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Snack Time is More Like Mealtime
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“Health” Foods Contain Hidden Ingredients
The Truth About Calories
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You know what calories are, and you probably know that if you eat too many, you’ll gain weight. But do you know how many are in your favorite deli sandwich? Or how many calories you should really eat each day? Most Americans don’t. (Search: Calculate your recommended calorie intake) Only 12% can accurately estimate the number of calories they should consume in a day someone their age, height, weight, and physical activity, according to a 2010 survey by the International Food Information Council Foundation. So what is it about calories that keeps us baffled? Here are 8 reasons you’re confused about calories and the simple steps that will help you do the math.
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