Calories

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What is the average number of calories consumed by Michael Phelps while training for the Olympics?

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12,000 calories.

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How many calories are in a medium fry from Burger King?

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380 calories.

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How many calories are in a medium-sized apple?

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72 calories.

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What is the reason Michael Phelps did not gain weight despite consuming a high number of calories?

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He exercised all day.

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What are calories?

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Calories are a measurement of energy we get from food.

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What factors can influence the number of calories a person needs daily?

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Age, gender, weight, height, and level of physical activity.

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What is the relationship between calories and weight gain?

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Consuming more calories than the body burns leads to weight gain.

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What is the role of exercise in managing calorie intake?

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Exercise helps burn calories, which can prevent weight gain even with high calorie consumption.

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What is a calorie deficit?

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A calorie deficit occurs when you consume fewer calories than your body needs to maintain its current weight.

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What is the difference between empty calories and nutrient-dense calories?

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Empty calories provide little to no nutritional value, while nutrient-dense calories provide vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial nutrients.