Knowing the caloric content of foods you eat such as honey or corn oil might help you regulate the amount of calories you eat. According to the "Dietary Guidelines for Americans," the key to a healthy weight is a varied nutrient dense diet, and a balance between your caloric intake and physical activity.
Honey
There are more than 300 types of unique honey in the U.S., derived from floral sources such as clover, eucalyptus, and orange blossoms, according to the National Honey Board. Lighter colored varieties tend to have a mild flavor, and darker varieties a stronger flavor.
Calories
One tbsp or 21 g of honey contains 64 calories, a total carbohydrate content of 17g, of which 17g are sugars. Honey also contains 0.063 g of protein, 0.105 mg of vitamin C, 1.26 mg of calcium, and 0.088 mg of iron.
Corn Oil
Corn oil is a polyunsaturated oil derived from corn, which according to the USDA, is the most widely produced grain in the U.S. The "Dietary Guidelines for Americans" recommends most fats in your diet should come from polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids.
Nutritional Content
One tbsp or 13.6 g of corn oil contains 122 calories. The fat content comprises 1.8 g of saturated fat, 0.039 g of trans fat, 3.75 g of monounsaturated fat, and 7.4 g of polyunsaturated fat.
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