Is there a healthy way to have chocolate?

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  • FlaxMilk
    FlaxMilk Posts: 3,452 Member
    When you have oatmeal for breakfast, make it as usual and then once heated, sprinkle a teaspoon of chocolate chips over it. Don't stir them in.
  • mcibty
    mcibty Posts: 1,252 Member
    Open mouth. Insert chocolate.
  • terrygreenwell1
    terrygreenwell1 Posts: 8
    Indeed there is , the higher the cocoa content the better , and then in small amounts.
  • Iron_Lotus
    Iron_Lotus Posts: 2,295 Member
    I'm not reading through any replies, it's just too early.

    Just eat the damn chocolate! It won't kill you and won't make you fat. If you want anything and it fits within your calorie goal go ahead and enjoy it!
  • bedhead
    bedhead Posts: 44 Member
    Melted with Strawberries dipped in it. If you just dip the ends in you get your fix and usually end up eating much less than the norm.

    Let the chocolate cool again in the fridge, even better.
  • KeithChanning
    KeithChanning Posts: 202 Member
    No cravings, but I do have one square of Lindt "Noir absolu" 99% every day - 13 cals.
  • AmyMgetsfit
    AmyMgetsfit Posts: 636 Member
    I have been buying those endangered species chocolate bars. They have 72% cocoa and 10% of the sale is donated.to help support conservation goals. It is 210 for half a bar. I usually just have one square a day and that is 50 calories but cures my chocolate cravings.
  • rml_16
    rml_16 Posts: 16,414 Member
    I have been having serious chocolate cravings this week. Luckily I have stayed strong in resisting the urge to go out and by anything chocolate.

    I was wondering if there was any "healthy" way to have a little bit of chocolate now and then?
    In general, chocolate is actually healthy. The cnocern when trying to lose weight is calories.

    I don't crave chocolate, per se, but I have a sweet tooth. I always want something sweet after a meal. So for lunch every day, I have six squares of Green & Black's 85% cocoa dark chocolate, usually with a little peanut butter. Dark chocolate is an appetite suppressant and full of antioxidants and all sorts of good stuff. Also, this brand isn't as bitter as others and it's very rich, so a little bit is more than enough.
  • MarioLozano16
    MarioLozano16 Posts: 319 Member
    Just eat it
  • ej_glen
    ej_glen Posts: 34 Member
    Try these - http://www.naturalbalancefoods.co.uk/nakd-fruit-and-nut-bars/nakd-cocoa-delight/
    Raw fruit and nut bars with raw cocoa flavouring.

    I'm a serious chocaholic but these have been just enough for my sweet tooth lately :)
  • trackmyday1973
    trackmyday1973 Posts: 393 Member
    If I have a craving for chocolate, I eat some. I don't even worry about what kind of chocolate it is. I just fit it into my calories.

    ^^^^^^^ This
  • trackmyday1973
    trackmyday1973 Posts: 393 Member
    I'm not reading through any replies, it's just too early.

    Just eat the damn chocolate! It won't kill you and won't make you fat. If you want anything and it fits within your calorie goal go ahead and enjoy it!


    ^^^^^^^ THIS
  • oldandhealthier
    oldandhealthier Posts: 449 Member
    I have 2 hersheys kisses everyday and let them slowly melt in my mouth. Takes care of the craving and only 40 calories.:heart:
  • mommy3457
    mommy3457 Posts: 361 Member
    A piece of dark chocolate with natural peanut butter on top. My nana recommended it to me. It sounds really good.
  • laserturkey
    laserturkey Posts: 1,680 Member
    I buy the richest, darkest chocolate I can find. One little square is more than enough to satisfy a chocolate craving. As long as it fits within your daily goals, enjoy some chocolate!
  • Kazmerelda
    Kazmerelda Posts: 13 Member
    I have recently moved to dark chocolate and I find it satisfies the craving more. Well except this hormone week.

    Ironically since eating that rather than milk chocolate I hate 1) started losing weight again and 2) now cannot stand milk chocolate.

    I also especially like the cherry chocolate, can I find any though?!
  • hollakris
    hollakris Posts: 3
    Having a small piece of dark chocolate is actually healthy and beneficial. If you prefer milk chocolate, I would recommend you eat it right after some strength training.
  • MoRiv1986
    MoRiv1986 Posts: 379 Member
    I eat some dark chocolate with my oatmeal in the morning. Makes it taste yummy.
  • JesterMFP
    JesterMFP Posts: 3,596 Member
    I have been having serious chocolate cravings this week. Luckily I have stayed strong in resisting the urge to go out and by anything chocolate.

    I was wondering if there was any "healthy" way to have a little bit of chocolate now and then?
    Yes, the healthy way is to eat a little bit now and then. It's not healthy to eat huge amounts of it every day. It's not healthy to spend your days having serious cravings to the point where you're preoccuppied with it, resisting the urges, feeling "good" because you've resisted, and then eventually giving in, binging, feeling sick and feeling guilty about it, only to vow never to eat it again and repeat the cycle. Chocolate is not evil. Eat the foods you like, in balance and moderation, making sure that you meet your calorie goal and get the nutrients you need.

    Like many others, I eat chocolate practically every day. Sometimes dark, sometimes milk, occasionally white. I haven't had any problems losing or maintaining weight, and I'm healthy. I've also learned to really savour and appreciate the chocolate I do eat, because it's in smaller quantities than I used to have.
  • K_Serz
    K_Serz Posts: 1,299 Member
    Smothered all over my body. Wait, what? I have a hard time eating just a little bit of chocolate. So when I need some, I buy a bar and eat it all.

    I dont see anything unhealthy going on here. Why doesnt it say this on the damn label. Thats why I got fat I was eating the chocolate ALL WRONG!
  • rileamoyer
    rileamoyer Posts: 2,412 Member
    Dove Promises - my preferred is plain dark chocolate, but I do vary my flavors. I allow one to slowly melt in my mouth. When actively losing I had it with my afternoon coffee. Sometimes I will have one as a bedtime snack.
  • dorthymcconnel
    dorthymcconnel Posts: 237 Member
    Dark chocolate is better in terms of antioxidants and such, and I find that one square of 70% (or darker) dark chocolate takes care of the craving. Moderation is key. If you deny yourself chocolate long enough, my friend, you may find yourself in the midst of a binge. If having chocolate in the house is too much of a temptation, make an agreement with yourself that you can have it, but you have to go buy it each time. Buy a single serving if that helps. Life is too short not to have chocolate now and then.:flowerforyou:
  • Anna_Joys_Journey
    Anna_Joys_Journey Posts: 253 Member
    Yup! Eat it! Fit it into your day, and if you don't feel like it'll fit--work for it! :-) healthy and guilt free!
  • Anna_Joys_Journey
    Anna_Joys_Journey Posts: 253 Member
    Yes, the healthy way is to eat a little bit now and then. It's not healthy to eat huge amounts of it every day. It's not healthy to spend your days having serious cravings to the point where you're preoccuppied with it, resisting the urges, feeling "good" because you've resisted, and then eventually giving in, binging, feeling sick and feeling guilty about it, only to vow never to eat it again and repeat the cycle. Chocolate is not evil. Eat the foods you like, in balance and moderation, making sure that you meet your calorie goal and get the nutrients you need.


    QFT
    :flowerforyou:
  • sammniamii
    sammniamii Posts: 669 Member
    As I read "somewhere" this weekend....

    Chocolate is made from coco, which grows on trees.

    Thus having a serving of chocolate counts as a veggie, right?
  • Greywalk
    Greywalk Posts: 193 Member
    Knee jerk response from some one addicted to the stuff... yes many small pieces. More thoughtful response, as part of healthy diet yes, integrate it with your calorie count and realize you will have to pay the piper (movement exercise or reduction) at some point in time. I normally have a small piece or two or three but spreadout over the week and as a reward for good diet behavior in the rest of the time.
  • dbmata
    dbmata Posts: 12,950 Member
    I have been having serious chocolate cravings this week. Luckily I have stayed strong in resisting the urge to go out and by anything chocolate.

    I was wondering if there was any "healthy" way to have a little bit of chocolate now and then?

    I have chocolate often enough.

    Protip: The higher the cacao percentage, the less sugar in it.

    I personally prefer a cacao percentage around 85 to 100%. When you get into these levels, it has to be good chocolate, but man the flavor spectacular is amazing.
  • mank32
    mank32 Posts: 1,323 Member
    i have about 2 squares of dark (85% or higher) every day or thereabouts and this completely satifies my both my sweet tooth (i pair it with fruit, usually) and my craving for chocolate.
  • erickirb
    erickirb Posts: 12,294 Member
    Chocolate enema?
  • celadontea
    celadontea Posts: 335 Member
    ONE serving of dark chocolate within your calorie budget. Put it on a plate and serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee and savor each and every bite. I went from two chocolate bars a day and this is how I enjoy it here and there now. I don't crave it everyday anymore.

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