Kaloria (en. Calorie)

ka-lo-ri-a

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A unit of measurement for the energy content of food.

An apple has about 52 calories.

Ang isang mansanas ay may humigit-kumulang 52 kaloria.

The amount of energy required by the body for basic functions.

An average person needs about 2,000 calories per day.

Kailangan ng isang average na tao ng mga 2,000 kaloria araw-araw.

A component of nutritional guidelines and diets.

Athletes closely monitor their calories for better performance.

Mahigpit na binabantayan ng mga atleta ang kanilang kaloria para sa mas mahusay na pagganap.

From the Latin word 'caloria', meaning heat or vapor.

reduce calories

Reducing your calorie intake to maintain or lose weight.

bawasan ang kaloria

high-calorie food

Eating foods that are high in calorie content.

nakakain ng mataas na kaloria

nutrition

The process of obtaining the right nutrients from food.

nutrisyon

diet

A program or food plan that restricts individuals from eating specific types of food.

diet

Calorie (in slang, refers to food that is calorie-dense or high in calories)

These desserts are so calorie-rich! That's why they're delicious, but don't eat too much.

Ang mga dessert na 'to, sobrang kaloria! Kaya naman masarap pero wag masyadong kakainin.

Excess weight or being heavy (playfully uses calories as a reference to being overweight)

Dude, you look like you've gained some calories! Where have you been eating lately?

Pare, mukhang nagkaloria ka na ah! Saan ka ba lagi kumakain?