Weight loss happens in a calorie deficit, where a person burns more calories than they consume. Calorie counting is not an exact science, but can be a useful educational tool. Avoid common mistakes ...

Knowing the calorie content of foods does not help people understand which foods are healthier, according to a study I recently coauthored in the Journal of Retailing. When study participants ...

You’ve probably heard the claim: certain foods like celery require more energy to digest than they provide, creating a “negative calorie” effect that supposedly helps melt away pounds. The idea is ...

Food is sustenance, providing macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and, of course, calories. But whether naturally or through artificial ingredients like non-caloric sweeteners, some foods and drinks ...