Calculating The Quantity Of Calories In Grapes

By Darnell Visini


Finding out the total calories in grapes is actually very simple. In fact, the answer can be easily searched on the Internet. These days, there are already a lot of sites that provide you with good results. Nonetheless, these results may vary from each other. Fortunately, there are a few ways that you can do in order to count your calorie intake accurately.

Some websites and other online resources say that grapes have about three to four calories. However, this is not always the case because the size of the grape also affects the calorific value. There are many sizes of grapes in grocery stores and each of them has different amounts of nutrients. The size also determines the amount of natural sugar in them.

Aside from this, you also need to consider the processing of the fruit. There are some processes or methods that place more sugar to the fruit in the form of syrup. This is true especially on canned products. Because of this, it is necessary for you to always read the labels. This might take you more time to do; however, it is considered as a great way to know what you are purchasing.

Weighing is another effective thing that you can do to know the calorie content of the fruit. Although this may require you to use food scales, the scales are actually affordable and some are already available in grocery stores. So before you buy your grapes, make sure you are able to weight them first.

You will find it easier to determine calorie values when you have a scale at home. Most scales are easy to use and maintain and they can last you for a long time if you are not careless with them. Keep them carefully after use and make sure you have a firm base for them.

One of the easiest kinds of scales to use is the digital models. You do not have to use any special containers. Simply place a plate or bowl on the scales and then turn the power button on. When the scale comes on it should read zero and you can then put your food to weigh on the plate, for an accurate measurement.

With the help of the scale, an ounce of grape or 28 grams basically contains 20 calories. If you don't have any scale at home, a small piece of grape approximately has 4 ounces, while a larger piece of grape contains 6 calories. These measurements can be used as your guide in order to control your intake of calories. Nonetheless, these should not take away the fun of eating your fresh fruits.




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