{"id":25824,"date":"2021-09-03T13:12:02","date_gmt":"2021-09-03T11:12:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ericfavre.com\/lifestyle\/uk\/?page_id=25824"},"modified":"2021-09-28T09:30:12","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T07:30:12","slug":"all-about-calories","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ericfavre.com\/lifestyle\/uk\/home\/sport-nutrition\/nutrition-basics\/all-about-calories\/","title":{"rendered":"All About Calories"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the case of dieting or basics in nutrition<\/strong>, most people often
\ntalk about calories. These are very well recognised also in the world of
\nfitness and weight stabilisation. In reality, body weight and calories
\nare interdependent. Weight loss depends on the reduction of a calorie
\nintake. If not, the subject gains extra weight.<\/p>\n

\n What are calories?<\/h2>\n

According to popular belief, the calorie is a unit for measuring energy.
\nThe body needs energy to function and it is this energy that is actually
\ncalled a calorie. In other words, calories are an energy engine.<\/p>\n

In the field of health, professionals often talk about kilocalories,
\nwhich are generally 100 g of a food. According to these professionals,
\none calorie gives 4. 18 joules. Note that the joule is used to measure
\nenergy values.<\/p>\n

\n What are calories used for?<\/h2>\n

Given the above information, the calorie is one of the most essential
\nneeds of the body and is linked to diet. It is the basis of the body’s
\nfunctioning throughout the day. Calorie expenditure is linked to a
\nperson’s daily physical activity and its consumption is also done by
\neating.<\/p>\n

At present, people who are interested in dieting and wellness generally
\ntend to reduce their calorie consumption thinking that the calorie is
\nonly there to put on pounds. And yet, a calorie is far more beneficial
\nthan that. <\/strong><\/p>\n

All foods contain calories which will also be our energy. During the
\nperformance of daily activities like simply moving, there will be a loss
\nof calories. This will result in a lack of energy. However, the body
\nalways requires energy whether it is day or night. The brain, heart and
\nlungs need more energy to function properly.<\/p>\n

Calories provide the body with sufficient energy. If the body has enough
\ncalories, it will function properly and efficiently. This is why it is
\nrecommended to eat correctly in relation to what the body needs. With
\nless energy, the body will be in an undernourished state. This means
\nthat it will not be able to make more effort, which is then dangerous
\nfor your health.<\/p>\n

\n What foods make up the calories?<\/h2>\n

For more information,foods and drinks contain calories. <\/strong>Energy
\nintake is found in foods containing:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • \n Glucid or sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Only each nutrient has its own energy intake. Carbohydrate and sugar
    \ncontain more energy, but with a short action. These calorific
    \ncontributions are easily assimilated by the body and remain there in
    \ncase there is no expenditure.<\/p>\n

    For example, a sweetened soft drink provides 140 kilocalories compared
    \nto an apple. The latter is thus slowly assimilated compared to the soda.
    \nFoods that are high in energy or calorie intake are sugars, alcohol and
    \nbad fats. The latter have a huge caloric intake.<\/p>\n

    \n Discovering energy intake needs<\/h2>\n

    Before taking in more calories, it is important to know that calorie
    \nrequirements depend on 2 parameters: gender and age. A woman should have
    \na daily calorie intake of 1800 kilocalories while a man needs 2000
    \nkilocalories.<\/p>\n

    So to estimate the daily calorie requirement of a person, it is
    \nnecessary to calculate the basal metabolic rate. <\/strong> Again, it is
    \nessential to have a high calorie intake because of the daily activity.
    \nIn general, the body itself indicates and demands it when it needs it.<\/p>\n

    \n Weight and calorie intake, two inseparable parameters<\/h2>\n

    Note that it is only the body that knows what it needs to stay in good
    \ncondition. Weight is in balance when theenergy expenditure<\/strong> is
    \nidentical tointake. <\/strong> In another way then, if the body has a low
    \ncaloric intake, its reserves will be exhausted.<\/p>\n

    This will obviously cause weight loss. This is the principle of most
    \ndiets. On the other hand, increasing the amount of calories in the body
    \ncan lead to weight gain.<\/p>\n

    \n Calories, what are the advantages for sportsmen and women?<\/h2>\n

    For sportsmen and women, it is essential to know that calories bring
    \nseveral advantages. Each type of food containing calories has its own
    \npositive effect on the body.<\/p>\n

      \n
    • \n The persimmon provides essential elements i. e. trace elements for
      \nrunners, specifically the 100g potassium contained in the persimmon.
      \nThis helps to prevent cramps and muscle spasms. It is therefore a good
      \nfruit to eat before training.<\/li>\n
    • \n Cassava is ideal to eat during a competition or during a long ride.
      \nWith the sodium present in this food, it thus helps to make up for
      \nmineral losses made by sweating. It provides sufficient energy when
      \nmixed with milk.<\/li>\n
    • \n Millet, a family of pseudo-cereals, plays a large role in bone
      \nregeneration. It contains phosphorus, calcium and magnesium. These
      \nthree elements are essential for bone regeneration. In addition, it is
      \nmore affordable compared to other types of cereals.<\/li>\n
    • \n Pigeon peas are a great food to eat before exercise. With the vitamin
      \nB1 it contains, it also helps to convert carbohydrates into energy. To
      \nprevent digestive problems, it is necessary to eat it in the form of
      \npuree and porridge.<\/li>\n
    • \n Mackerel is a type of fish rich in protein and fat. It has been found
      \nin scientific studies that it promotes oxygenation of the muscles. It
      \ncontains an anti-stress and sleep-inducing trace element.<\/li>\n
    • \n Parmesan regenerates minerals lost during sports exercises. It is rich
      \nin protein and helps to calm hunger quickly. And it’s actually a
      \ncheese with more calcium and ideal for athletes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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