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Foods that only contain calories but no additional nutrients like protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Person 1: Would you like some soda?
Person 2: No, that's just empty calories. I'll have juice instead. Person 1: Want some candy for dessert? Person 2: Nah, I'll have a baked sweet potato instead. |
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| 2. | empty calories | ||
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A phrase used when the food or beverage offered will not induce inebriation or intoxication. For example, brownies or cookies without marijuana, or a non-alcoholic drink. Man #1: Hey, want a brownie?
Man #2: That depends, are they "special"? Man #1: ...No, just delicious. Man #2: No thanks, empty calories. |
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