Choose the healthiest sweets: Nutritionist's advice

24.09.2023 20:30
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23

If you love sweets, then you should at least choose the healthiest options, so they won't ruin your diet quickly.

Sweets can be extremely different, so you can always find more or less healthy options to enjoy.

Here are a few examples of sweets that are less likely to ruin your diet.

Fruits

Fresh or dried fruits are a healthy sweet option because they contain natural sugars along with fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate with a high cocoa content (70% or more) is a better choice than milk chocolate. It has less sugar and more antioxidants.

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Yogurt with Berries

Greek yogurt with some fresh berries and a drizzle of honey can be a tasty and healthier sweet treat.

Homemade Treats

Making sweets at home allows you to control the ingredients. 

You can use whole grains, natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, and limit added sugar.

Frozen Fruit Bars

These are like popsicles but made with real fruit. They are often lower in added sugar compared to traditional ice cream.

Oatmeal Cookies

Homemade oatmeal cookies with less sugar and added nuts or dried fruits can be a nutritious sweet snack.

Conclusion

It's always better to choose fruits instead of sweets, and it's always better to prepare your snacks at home instead of buying them.
 

Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource

Content
  1. Fruits
  2. Dark Chocolate
  3. Yogurt with Berries
  4. Homemade Treats
  5. Frozen Fruit Bars
  6. Oatmeal Cookies
  7. Conclusion