Determining how many calories you need depends on your fitness goals, whether you are a marathon runner or a weightlifter. Use intake formulas to calculate your needs for muscle gain or sustainable weight loss.
Most macaroni and cheese dishes are calorie dense. They're also high in fat and have few nutrients, so keep the portion sizes small. If you make macaroni and cheese at home, you can lighten the calorie load by reducing the butter content and using skim milk or reduced-fat cheeses.
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If you're watching your waistline, sherbet may be a better dessert choice than ice cream because it usually contains fewer calories. While a 1/2-cup serving of vanilla ice cream contains 137 calories on average, the same portion of orange sherbet contains just 107 calories.
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When you just can't shake the sweet tooth, reaching for a mini cupcake instead of a full-size version can help satisfy your urge without splurging on calories. The key is to stick to just one mini.
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Baked goods, such as sheet cakes, can be notoriously high in calories. Sheet cakes are typically covered in large amounts of frosting, which is essentially a mix of fat and sugar, two things you need to limit in a healthy diet.
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Stuffed with cabbage, mushrooms or other healthy veggies, vegetable potstickers make a light, nutritious appetizer or side dish.
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The calorie needs of a 100-lb. adult vary depending on the person's age, gender, health and level of physical activity. Consult a nutritionist or physician for help when determining the number of calories you need to maintain your weight.
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Americans spend almost $800 million a year on peanut butter, and this popular food is eaten in 90 percent of American households. Peanut butter is an excellent source of protein, unsaturated fats (the heart-healthy kind of fats) and B vitamins.
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Sweet chili sauce is a standard dip for Asian appetizers such as spring rolls and wontons, but the sugar content makes this condiment relatively high in calories. Calories from sugar are considered empty because they provide no vitamins, minerals or other nutrients.
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A dirty martini is a mix of gin and dry vermouth with a small amount of olive juice and an olive for a garnish. You can also get a dirty vodka martini, which uses vodka instead of gin. The calories in your martini will depend on the size of the drink.
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Gujarati cuisine originates from an area in west India called Gujurat. The food contains primarily of vegetables, which are typically low calorie. A single meal often consists of several smaller dishes served on a large metal tray called a thali.
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Full of vegetables and aromatic spices, Indian food can make a lean and nutritious meal -- provided you choose the right dishes. If you're watching your weight, steer clear of dishes made with cream.
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Margaritas may be a tasty accompaniment to your tacos or enchiladas, but these are among the highest-calorie alcoholic beverages you can choose. Laced with sugar and sweet liqueur, just one margarita may contain as many calories as your meal.
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Several factors can influence the number of calories that a person requires each day. A person's height, weight, medical condition and level of activity directly influence his nutritional needs. Consult a dietitian for help determining your daily ideal calorie intake.
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The amount of calories you need per day varies according to your gender, age and body weight, according to the American Heart Association. Eating significantly fewer calories than your body needs over a long period of time can seriously endanger your health.
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Sangria, a mix of wine and fruit that may also contain other alcohols and fruit juice, varies in calories based on the recipe used. Larger servings and drinks made with a higher alcohol content have more calories than those containing more fruit juice and less alcohol.
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Salt water taffy has been a beach and boardwalk tradition since the late 1800s, when the sweet candy was introduced in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Taffy consists primarily of sugar, which accounts for the high amount of calories in this treat.
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If you've heard of the cabbage soup diet, you may be under the impression that cabbage soup is low in calories. In some cases this is true, but the calories in cabbage soup can vary considerably depending on what ingredients you use to make it.
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Beef pho is a traditional Vietnamese soup made with beef broth, rice noodles, spices and thinly sliced beef. Some recipes also call for vegetables, such as snow peas and sprouts. Diners often consume beef pho on its own as a meal.
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Chocolate-covered strawberries can be a healthy way to get a chocolate fix without consuming too many calories. You'll also get a nutrient boost from the strawberries, which are high in vitamin C.
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If you're watching your waistline, choosing sparkling wine or light beer could spare you a few calories over regular wine. It is best, however, to consume any type of alcohol in moderation -- at 7 calories per gram, alcohol provides zero nutrition and can lead to weight gain. "The New York Times"
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