Table of calories

Is there any available table of calories per food type which can be used directly?

I know there are several applications and websites, but everyone of them I found (including Google) only let you search for a specific food, or list a specific category.

I cannot find a simple list (database, Excel sheet, CSV, whatever) with all the information readily accessible, so that I could e.g. sort by calorie count, randomly pick ingredients for my next meal, or do whatever it pleases me.

I know most applications protect their data, but I was expecting to find at least a few available datasets.

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Best Answer

You can download the USDA list of nutrient information, which is quite extensive. I don't know the exact license, but being a publication of the US government, it might well be public domain, you'll have to research this. I assume it's at least OK for personal use, after all they let you download it. There are several formats available to choose from.

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How do I calculate my calories?

To calculate food calories, start by looking at how much protein, carbohydrates, and fat the food has. Then, multiply the total number of grams of protein by 4, since 1 gram of protein is equal to 4 calories. Do the same thing for the carbohydrates, since 1 gram of carbohydrates is equal to 4 calories.

How many calories are in food list?

Food GroupCarbohydrates (Grams)CaloriesBeans, Lima (1/2 cup cooked)20108Peas, green (1/2 cup)1263Potato (1 large, baked, plain)50220Sweet Potato (1 large)2811867 more rows

How many calories should I eat a day?

There are many factors that go into determining your calorie needs. Your age, weight, height and activity level all play a role. According to dietary guidelines in the United States, adults 21 years old and older should consume anywhere between 1,600 and 3,000 calories per day.

What is a calorie chart?

1. calorie chart - a list of foods and information about their caloric content. list, listing - a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics)

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