How to Use calorie in a Sentence

calorie

noun
Definition of calorienext
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  • The remote keeps track of the time, calories burned, etc.
    — Women's Health, 17 Mar. 2023
  • Over 40% of our calories come from rice, wheat, and corn alone.
    — Tristan Bove, Fortune, 4 May 2023
  • Just stick to one bar at a time, since too many can load on the calories, says Gomer.
    — Women's Health, 28 Aug. 2023
  • Adding two patties and more sauce adds more fat and calories to the Big Mac.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Still, the bears burn calories—sometimes more than 4,000 per day.
    — Margaret Osborne, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Oct. 2023
  • It is prepared with lots of cream cheese and blue cheese which can ramp up the calories and fat.
    — Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 18 Aug. 2023
  • Yes, this was Padres-Dodgers Light with some of the taste and none of the regular-season calories.
    — Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Sucralose gives it its sweetness and keeps the calorie count at 10 per can.
    — Emily Heil, Washington Post, 20 July 2023
  • Those high-fat foods have nine calories per gram of fat, which is more than that found in carbs and proteins.
    — Amanda MacMillan, Health, 5 June 2023
  • The rules also set standards for calories, sugars and fats in these foods.
    — Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2024
  • Use Keto Snack Size tortillas (to keep carbs and calories down).
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 11 Nov. 2023
  • Eat enough calories to sustain you, as not eating enough can lead to hair loss.
    — Kathleen Felton, Health, 3 Jan. 2024
  • There will also be gluten-free and gluten-reduced beers, low-calorie IPAs, hard ciders and spiked seltzers.
    — Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 31 Mar. 2023
  • There are a couple of low-energy ways in Dublin to burn off your calories.
    — John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2024
  • To reduce even more calories, make a tasty lettuce wrap.
    — Kristine Thomason, Health, 2 Nov. 2023
  • Think instead about bringing foods that are high in calories and fat.
    — Christine Peterson, Outdoor Life, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Low-fat cottage cheese packs lots of protein in a small number of calories.
    — Women's Health, 25 May 2023
  • The are found in many U.S. national parks and require a high calorie diet.
    — Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 14 June 2023
  • No more than 10% of your daily calories should come from sugars.36 A good rule of thumb is to look at how much sugar is in one serving of the juice.
    — Health Editorial Team, Health, 9 Feb. 2024
  • First, fat has more than twice the calories per gram as carbohydrates do.
    — Sarah Lacy, Discover Magazine, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Your pager will then keep a running total of health goals for protein or calories.
    — Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 10 Nov. 2023
  • Get ready to curb your pie, donut, and even cookie cravings with fewer calories (and less mess).
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2024
  • This pumpkin bread has just 191 calories in a serving and is a perfect snack for a chilly autumn day.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Nov. 2023
  • Similar to Chick Fil A, the sandwich is still under 400 calories with less fat than most.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2024
  • Eating too few calories is not a solution and may end up stalling weight loss.
    — Mary Shomon, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2023
  • Today’s stroganoff, made with lean ground turkey and light sour cream, makes a cozy meal that won't weigh you down with excess calories and fat.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 6 Apr. 2024
  • Both products are zero calorie and can be used cup for cup just like sugar.
    — Marissa Wu, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2023
  • For weight loss, feed your gut microbiome-high calories.
    — Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 20 Sep. 2023
  • Flax seed could possibly be more viable at 1.8 grams ALA per 40 calories, but again only at the high end.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Oct. 2023
  • Get out and take a refreshing walk to work off those holiday calories.
    — Marla Jo Fisher, Orange County Register, 25 Feb. 2024

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