How Many Calories Are in One Whisper?
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An average person burns around 30 to 60 calories per hour through regular conversation, yet the amount burned by a single whisper is almost immeasurable. This fact highlights the difference in energy required for vocal cord vibration versus the mere expulsion of air needed to produce a whisper. While the calorie count for a single whisper is effectively zero, understanding the mechanics reveals a lot about our metabolic processes.
