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Originally posted by AppleDeltaPie
actually protein does have fewer calories per gram than carbohydrates....(basic biology/thermochemistry) b/c of the natural fibers/indigestable material.
ratio is 4:9
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Carbohydrate: 4 cal/g
Protein: 4 cal/g
Alcohol: 7 cal/g
Fat: 9 cal/g
Though, with the push toward low carb/high protein many food companies are trying to make that Carb: 9 cal/g more believable!!