Calories are listed everywhere. On food packages, nutrition plans, and more! What is a calorie exactly and what does it really mean for our body? Why is consuming a certain amount of calories important? What role does it play in our everyday lives? In this episode, I will take you into the science of energy, how it is harnessed by our bodies, and what a calorie really measures.

Here’s an article! It is called “What is Cellular Respiration Process?” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/10/what-is-cellular-respiration-process/)

Here’s an activity! It is called “Calories Scavenger Hunt!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/10/calories-scavenger-hunt/)

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