A calorie is _____.
A) a measure of the amount of energy transferred from food to the body
B) a measure of the amount of energy inside the body's fat cells
C) a component of fats that is soluble in water
D) a chemical substance that activates enzymes
E) a measure of the extent to which blood glucose levels are raised by consumption of food

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A calorie is a unit of measurement used to quantify the amount of energy transferred from food to the body. It represents the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius. Calories are used to determine the energy content of foods and can be used to help individuals reach their daily recommended intake or achieve weight management goals.

A Calorie Is _____