Energy
Measured in kcal · energy
Energy is the amount of usable energy a food provides, measured in kilocalories (kcal).
Why it matters
Energy needs vary by person and activity. Comparing foods by energy helps you understand how a portion fits your overall intake.
Top food sources
Highest published foods per 100 g. Values are source-traceable (USDA FoodData Central).
| # | Food | per 100 g (kcal) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beef tallow | 902 |
| 2 | Cod liver oil | 902 |
| 3 | Lard (pork fat) | 902 |
| 4 | Chicken fat (schmaltz) | 900 |
| 5 | Corn oil | 900 |
| 6 | Coconut oil | 892 |
| 7 | Almond oil | 884 |
| 8 | Apricot kernel oil | 884 |
| 9 | Avocado oil | 884 |
| 10 | Canola oil | 884 |
| 11 | Cocoa butter oil | 884 |
| 12 | Cottonseed oil | 884 |
| 13 | Grapeseed oil | 884 |
| 14 | Hazelnut oil | 884 |
| 15 | Mustard oil | 884 |
Frequently asked questions
- What is Energy?
- Energy is the amount of usable energy a food provides, measured in kilocalories (kcal).
- What foods are highest in Energy?
- Among the foods in Foodatron, the richest sources of Energy per 100 g include Beef tallow, Cod liver oil, Lard (pork fat), Chicken fat (schmaltz), Corn oil. The full ranked list is on this page.
- What is Energy measured in?
- Energy is measured in kcal. Foodatron shows every food's Energy per 100 g edible portion.
- Why is Energy important?
- Energy needs vary by person and activity. Comparing foods by energy helps you understand how a portion fits your overall intake.
Educational information only — not medical or dietary advice for any individual. See our methodology.