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While essential for flavour and cooking, oils like olive, coconut, and vegetable oil can add up quickly.
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Similar to oils, butter is calorie-dense. Even a small pat can contribute to your total.
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This beloved ingredient can enhance dishes but is often underestimated. A typical slice of cheese can contain anywhere from 70 to 120 calories.
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While nutritious, nuts and seeds are high in calories. Just a small handful can have 160-200 calories.
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Some spices and condiments, like dressings or sauces, may seem insignificant but can add up in calories.
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Commonly used in baking and beverages, sugar is calorie-dense. One teaspoon of granulated sugar has about 16 calories.
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Often overlooked in calorie counts, alcoholic beverages can be surprisingly high in calories. For example, a standard beer can contain around 150 calories.
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While they can be a healthy snack, dried fruits like raisins, apricots, or figs are calorie-dense due to their concentration of sugars.
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Being mindful of these ingredients can help you maintain better control over your calorie intake.