Energy density calculator

What is energy density?

Energy density, also known as calorie density, is the amount of calories in a specific weight of food (usually calculated per 100g). Foods that are higher in energy density contain more calories bite-for-bite than lower energy-dense foods.

Get the balance right

To help you maintain a healthy weight and so reduce your cancer risk, base your meals on low and medium energy-dense foods, and limit intake of high energy-dense foods. Some foods that are high in calories, like nuts and seeds, contain good fats and beneficial nutrients and, in small amounts, are an important part of a healthy diet.

Download Energy Density: Finding the Balance for Cancer Prevention for more information, or find out more about choosing a healthy diet to reduce your cancer risk.

Energy Density Calculator