NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Fat has more than twice as many calories per gram as carbohydrates and proteins. A gram of fat has about 9 calories, while a gram of carbohydrate or protein has about 4 calories.

Detailed explanation-2: -Do all fats have the same number of calories? There are nine calories in every gram of fat, regardless of what type of fat it is. Fats are more energy-dense than carbohydrates and proteins, which provide four calories per gram.

Detailed explanation-3: -The short answers are: All calories are the same by scientific definition, but they are not all the same as far as how your body responds to them. For weight loss, calories count but that doesn’t mean you have to count them. Your body reacts differently to various calorie-containing foods.

Detailed explanation-4: -Calories in Carbs Although all carbs contain 4 calories per gram, they are not all created equal. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020, a healthy eating pattern focuses on nutrient-dense foods. In the carb department, nutrient-dense foods include veggies, fruits, beans, peas and whole grains.