Tag: Healthy eating facts

According to the USDA, a single small broccoli floret contains a minimal amount of calories, around 3.5 kcal. The exact calorie count for a *large* floret varies, but it is still remarkably low, making this cruciferous vegetable a staple for calorie-conscious diets. This guide explains how to accurately estimate the calories and why broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse.

The idea of a food that requires more energy to digest than it provides is a popular dieting myth, but scientifically, no such food exists. The human body is incredibly efficient at extracting energy, and even the lowest-calorie foods still contribute a net positive energy gain.