Chocolate substitutes
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I like the Pure Protein bars. 200 calories and 20g of protein. Taste pretty good too. I need to find ways to get protein anyway, so this supplement works great.0
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That's some good food for thought thanks!kshama2001 wrote: »asianfashionista86 wrote: »
Lindt is one of my faves, and it's easily available. Which might actually be a bad thingasianfashionista86 wrote: »
It's just your mind telling you to just have one that's hard to work on
Could be a magnesium deficiency.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2721369/What-choccy-cravings-trying-tell-not-mention-yearning-cheese-meat-rice.html
...Chocolate is rich in magnesium, so strong cravings could indicate a deficiency in a mineral vital for your skin and hair.
What’s more, levels of the mineral drop during the second half of your menstrual cycle, suggesting a possible link with many of the symptoms of PMS.
‘Drinking too much alcohol, tea, coffee and fizzy drinks can also deplete levels of magnesium,’ says Nicola Lowe, professor of nutritional sciences at the University of Central Lancashire.
TRY: If it has to be chocolate, opt for one that contains at least 75 per cent cocoa, as this will contain more magnesium and less sugar.
Nuts are actually a richer source, particularly Brazils. Leafy green veg are also good, as are brown rice, wholemeal bread, and pumpkin seeds — though not quite so moreish.
If you’re a chocoholic and suffer from PMS symptoms such as irritability, headaches, cramps and bloating, it may be worth trying a magnesium supplement
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2721369/What-choccy-cravings-trying-tell-not-mention-yearning-cheese-meat-rice.html#ixzz3e6GMREqK
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This is cheating because it's actually chocolate, but you can control the sugar and calories in some ways and you get quite a few other nutrients:
1. chocolate smoothie: almond milk/milk/whatever, banana (or other sweetener of choice), cocoa powder...i usually add peanut butter as well, but that definitely bumps up the calories significantly.
2. chocolate chia seed pudding: 1/2 cup milk/almond milk/whatever, 1/4 cup chia seeds, cocoa powder, sweetener to taste (could be banana or date or whatever), small amount of vanilla extract
3. very dark, very nice chocolate
There's nothing like the taste of chocolate. You aren't going to find a satisfying substitute that doesn't include cacao.0 -
Finding a way to fit in chocolate is not unfortunate; it's a blessing! I've made a skinny hot cocoa using cocoa powder, milk powder, hot water and stevia.
Chocolate is full of anti-oxidants.0 -
Oh! And I like to add a pinch of cinnamon to my hot cocoa now, just like the Aztecs used to.0
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Have you ever heard of Halo Top ice cream? I love chocolate and I love ice cream so this is my go to! It's very low in calories and it ACTUALLY TASTES GOOD! Google Halo Top and their website you can see if any stores near you carry it, I'd highly highly recommend at least checking it out!0
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i am sure its been said, but there is no substitute for chocolate LOL
i often have a bit in the evening (with my beer, cause theres no substitute for that, either)0 -
callsitlikeiseeit wrote: »i am sure its been said, but there is no substitute for chocolate LOL
i often have a bit in the evening (with my beer, cause theres no substitute for that, either)
Chocolate and beer... You sound like my kind of person!0 -
asianfashionista86 wrote: »Yogi Mayan Cocoa Spice Tea with milk & sugar
"Splurge" on the diet hot chocolate, find one that's at least 50 calories. The 25 calorie one looks like a science experiment.....it never mixes together (just weird).
I like chocolate PB2 mixed in vanilla Greek yogurt.
Chocolate shredded wheat is good too.
Ghiradelli dark chocolate squares. These babies are individually wrapped. More chocolate ...... less sugar.
I keep hearing about this diet hot chocolate what is it?
It's Swiss Miss that is sugar free so the calories are a lot lower than regular hot chocolate. I like it (even the 25 calorie one) but it has to be mixed with milk and not water. I cannot stand hot chocolate made with water.
Also, I will eat a light breakfast and light lunch just so I can have an entire Hershey's Special Dark bar. It's worth it to me.0 -
jesikalovesyou wrote: »asianfashionista86 wrote: »Yogi Mayan Cocoa Spice Tea with milk & sugar
"Splurge" on the diet hot chocolate, find one that's at least 50 calories. The 25 calorie one looks like a science experiment.....it never mixes together (just weird).
I like chocolate PB2 mixed in vanilla Greek yogurt.
Chocolate shredded wheat is good too.
Ghiradelli dark chocolate squares. These babies are individually wrapped. More chocolate ...... less sugar.
I keep hearing about this diet hot chocolate what is it?
It's Swiss Miss that is sugar free so the calories are a lot lower than regular hot chocolate. I like it (even the 25 calorie one) but it has to be mixed with milk and not water. I cannot stand hot chocolate made with water.
Also, I will eat a light breakfast and light lunch just so I can have an entire Hershey's Special Dark bar. It's worth it to me.
Lol that makes sense to me !0 -
Yeah someone recommended fudgecicles too lolHave you ever heard of Halo Top ice cream? I love chocolate and I love ice cream so this is my go to! It's very low in calories and it ACTUALLY TASTES GOOD! Google Halo Top and their website you can see if any stores near you carry it, I'd highly highly recommend at least checking it out!
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kshama2001 wrote: »asianfashionista86 wrote: »
Lindt is one of my faves, and it's easily available. Which might actually be a bad thingasianfashionista86 wrote: »
It's just your mind telling you to just have one that's hard to work on
Could be a magnesium deficiency.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2721369/What-choccy-cravings-trying-tell-not-mention-yearning-cheese-meat-rice.html
...Chocolate is rich in magnesium, so strong cravings could indicate a deficiency in a mineral vital for your skin and hair.
What’s more, levels of the mineral drop during the second half of your menstrual cycle, suggesting a possible link with many of the symptoms of PMS.
‘Drinking too much alcohol, tea, coffee and fizzy drinks can also deplete levels of magnesium,’ says Nicola Lowe, professor of nutritional sciences at the University of Central Lancashire.
TRY: If it has to be chocolate, opt for one that contains at least 75 per cent cocoa, as this will contain more magnesium and less sugar.
Nuts are actually a richer source, particularly Brazils. Leafy green veg are also good, as are brown rice, wholemeal bread, and pumpkin seeds — though not quite so moreish.
If you’re a chocoholic and suffer from PMS symptoms such as irritability, headaches, cramps and bloating, it may be worth trying a magnesium supplement
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2721369/What-choccy-cravings-trying-tell-not-mention-yearning-cheese-meat-rice.html#ixzz3e6GMREqK
Based on my own personal experience... the above is true. For a long time I had to have chocolate every day in order to feel okay. Then I started taking Mg and the cravings went away.
But there is still no substitute for a little good dark chocolate. Mosser Roth 85% dark is my go to. One piece of that satisfuies my chocolate needs nicely.
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Favorite brands:
Godiva
Lindt
Dove
Also, chec out the Fiber One line of stuff. They make a brownie treat that tastes amazing!
And, I would look for quest bars online before going to GNC. In my experience, GNC tends to be overpriced.0 -
@asianfashionista86 pb2 is powdered peanut butter without hydrogenated oil. you add a little water to it and it's nice and creamy. chocolate pb2 is chocolately peanut butter. I prefer a nice square of dark chocolate but sometimes I want sweet which dark chocolate isn't0
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I don't much care for chocolate, but if I do want some and there isn't any around, I have a hot chocolate or a coffee (it's like a very sweet triple espresso with cream and some almond milk (to make up for the amount of cream I like), and it's close enough. I'm not sure it saves a ton of calories though, that's still like 150-200 cals.0
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asianfashionista86 wrote: »I'm obsessed with chocolate any ideas as to what would help curb cravings for chocolate or something that you found helped you replace chocolate?
I refuse to replace chocolate with anything else.
I work it into my calorie goals.0 -
Don't replace it! I don't really have a sweet tooth, but when I get a craving for chocolate, I just plan for it and work it into my calories. There's really no substitute imo. I prefer dark chocolate (85% usually) because there's a lot more fat and it's very rich and flavorful so i find it more satisfying than milk chocolate and am less likely to overeat it0
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If you saw my diary, you'd see a couple of squares of Theo 85% chocolate almost every day. It's low sugar, has a little bit of protein, and all those nutrients... or so I tell myself.0
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I eat chocolate but in my calorie goal. Try putting kitkats or twixes in the freezer. Takes longer to eat and tastes great.0
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Occasionally I'll put cacao powder in my coffee to satisfy a chocolate craving. But usually I eat my favorite chocolate foods when a craving hits. Just be choosy and log those calories.0
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