Kilogram Calorie (Noun)
Meaning
A unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree at one atmosphere pressure; used by nutritionists to characterize the energy-producing potential in food.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- Each cookie apparently contains about 120 kilogram-calories, making it a treat best eaten in moderation.
- This information lets you calculate the total kilogram-calorie intake per serving size and use that information to plan your diet.
- By examining food labels to calculate the kilogram-calories you consume each day, it can become clear that small adjustments add up.
- For high-intensity activity, nutritionists often estimate that athletes require a diet of up to twice the kilogram-calories of a more sedentary individual.
- The dietitian counsels patients on monitoring and limiting their intake of highly fatty or sugary foods, which typically contain many kilogram-calories per serving.