Understanding What Is the Highest Dense Calorie Food
                                
                                
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                                With fat providing nine calories per gram compared to the four calories per gram from protein or carbohydrates, it is clear why pure fats and oils are the highest dense calorie food by weight. This fundamental difference in caloric density is crucial for understanding how various foods impact our energy intake and overall health.