- plural of calorie.
calories
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“Carrying balances on those accounts is a flashing red light that changes need to be made to your budget. Don’t burn calories worrying about 3.75% vs. 4% when you are paying 20%.”
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 16, 2026
It increases resting energy expenditure so the body burns more calories, promotes liver fat breakdown and supports weight loss.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
To estimate UPF consumption, the researchers analyzed two 24-hour dietary recalls from each participant and calculated the share of daily calories that came from ultra-processed foods.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 27, 2026
Of course, it’s always best for the primary source of daily fluids to be water to avoid unnecessary calories and sugar.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
It’s given us cheap corn sweeteners and hundreds of extra calories a day.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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