Food, simply explained.

Practical, evidence-based guides on calories, macros, weight loss and eating well, from the team behind the BananaCal calorie counter.

Foods6 min read

Calories in Pizza: Per Slice, Whole Pizza and by Type

A slice of cheese pizza has about 285 calories and a whole Margherita about 1,080. See calories by slice, crust, topping and size.

Protein7 min read

High Protein Foods: 24 Best Sources Per 100 g and Per Portion

The highest protein foods, animal and plant, with grams per 100 g, per portion and per 100 kcal. Find the leanest picks for weight loss and muscle.

Basics6 min read

What Are Macros? Protein, Carbs and Fat Explained

Macros are protein, carbs and fat, the nutrients that give you calories. Learn calories per gram, healthy ranges and how to work out your own split.

Habits7 min read

Food Diary: How to Keep One and Why It Helps You Lose Weight

A food diary is a record of everything you eat and drink. See what studies show, what to write down, how often to log and a simple template to start.

Weight loss6 min read

What Is a Calorie Deficit? How to Create One Safely

A calorie deficit means eating less energy than you burn. Learn how big it should be, the easiest ways to create one and the signs it's too big.

Science6 min read

Are AI Calorie Counting Apps Accurate? What Studies Show

AI photo calorie apps recognize food well but often misjudge portions, with average errors around 35% in studies. Here's where they fail and how to fix it.

Foods3 min read

Calories in a Banana: Small, Medium and Large, With Macros

A medium banana has about 105 calories. See the calories, carbs, sugar, fiber and protein for every size, and how ripeness changes things.

Weight loss5 min read

How Many Calories Should I Eat to Lose Weight?

Work out your calorie deficit step by step, see how fast you can expect to lose weight and learn why the numbers change after a few weeks.

Protein4 min read

How Much Protein Do You Need Per Day? A Simple Guide

From 0.8 g to 2 g per kg of body weight. Find your daily protein target for your goal, and see how to reach it with everyday foods.