Empty calories are defined as ________.

A. Calories from dairy products only

B. Calories from low-fat foods and/or fruits and vegetables

C. Calories from water and other foods or beverages that have zero calories

D. Calories from solid fats and/or added sugars

5 answers

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/weight-management-calories/calories/empty-calories.html
its D right?
Right! :-)
the real answer is B
The answer is D.
Currently, many of the foods and beverages Americans eat and drink contain empty calories – calories from solid fats and/or added sugars. Solid fats and added sugars add calories to the food but few or no nutrients.