Dark chocolates for fat loss
zefranbarola
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Has anyone tried including dark chocolates in their diet to lose weight?
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Yes, I love dark chocolate! I lost weight because the total number of calories was less than what I burned, but I often did/do eat dark chocolate. No food is better at fat burning. A good deficit is what works.16
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I have one square after supper every night.. I look forward to it..1
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Directly, dark chocolate does not induce weight loss. That only comes from a calorie deficit. However, switching from having a bag of Hershey Kisses around all the time to a bag of Ghirardelli 72% squares has left me more satisfied with a serving and I’m not finishing it off in 2-3 days like the Kisses. So indirectly, it helps me out by helping control my calorie intake.13
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I call that the end of eating for the day... Dark chocolate is not something I can bing on1
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I have a 50ish calorie square of Lindt Intense Orange dark chocolate for dessert with breakfast. I know that I have at least that much chocolate scheduled into every day which helps me decide if I want some later as well or can wait for the next day.
How the calories fit into my deficit is the central factor for weight management. Any weight loss benefit that might be present with dark chocolate would need to account for the calories in the chocolate.4 -
zefranbarola wrote: »Has anyone tried including dark chocolates in their diet to lose weight?
Calorie deficit for weight loss.
Dark chocolate drops and peanut butter in porridge for yummies! :bigsmile:7 -
dark chocolate isn't going to have any impact on weight loss...that's not how *kitten* works. dark chocolate is full of antioxidants though so yes, I consider it to be a healthful food.5
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For weight loss, no. However, I do use it to meet dietary fat minimums sometimes.1
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I hadn't thought of my frequent square of 86% chocolate as a 'weight loss' tool.
I'm using it for the brain health. Calorie deficit, for the loss.4 -
I have a piece of Dove dark chocolate caramel with sea salt every night as a treat for staying within my calories for the day. The weight loss comes from eating less calories than you burn. Any food, goes as long as it fits into my calorie budget.3
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It won't have an impact on weight loss, but yes, I fit in one "dessert" daily that is chocolate based. My go to is 1-2 squares of lindt (or other) good dark chocolate treat. I just ensure to measure and log it and make it work in my overall diet. I am a "dessert" girl so allow 80-120 calories for a dessert daily. it keeps me happy. I don't want to diet in a way i can't eat anything I like.2
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Dark chocolate is for SATISFACTION eating. Calorie deficit for weight loss.
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Have you tried a caloric deficit for fat loss?8
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I eat milk chocolate
kit kat is my favourite-I’ve lost 14 lbs in the last 6 months. 4 -
Definitely calorie deficit for the weight loss. I love a couple squares of Endangered Species 88% with a hot cup of tea. Delicious and relaxing.1
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I love dark chocolate! It has iron and anti oxidants. Best of all, kids hate it, so my kids never steal it.6
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I love to bake with it.. and make chocolate covered strawberries with it.. otherwise.. it's not for me. Too sour.0
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OP how specifically do you think including dark chocolate in your diet would help with weight loss?3
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WinoGelato wrote: »OP how specifically do you think including dark chocolate in your diet would help with weight loss?
I am proof that it doesn't work, just another diet myth.
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I had to cut down on dark chocolate because I was consuming it in larger amounts than what I'm willing to spend on it calorie-wise. Dark chocolate doesn't induce weight loss. The only way it would help that I can think of is if consuming a small amount of dark chocolate satisfies cravings for a higher calorie snack.
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amusedmonkey wrote: »I had to cut down on dark chocolate because I was consuming it in larger amounts than what I'm willing to spend on it calorie-wise. Dark chocolate doesn't induce weight loss. The only way it would help that I can think of is if consuming a small amount of dark chocolate satisfies cravings for a higher calorie snack.
It's definitely no good if it's eaten in large amounts. I find because it's bitter, I eat less than if it were milk chocolate, so it's been a handy food for me. It's really nice to grate up one square into cereal.0 -
Mmm I love dark chocolate. No it doesn’t do anything for weight loss lol0
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Thanks everyone! I’m incorporating dark chocolates to suppress my cravings in the afternoon coz Im on caloric deficit. I avoid milk chocolates. Lost 5kg in 2.5 mos!
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I love dark chocolate. If I ate as much of it as I wish I could, then I would not be in a deficit, so it would not be good for my weight loss. Dark chocolate is good for enjoyment. For weight loss you need a calorie deficit, with or without the chocolate.0
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zefranbarola wrote: »Thanks everyone! I’m incorporating dark chocolates to suppress my cravings in the afternoon coz Im on caloric deficit. I avoid milk chocolates. Lost 5kg in 2.5 mos!
In that case, I could see what you mean by it helping. The good thing is, it’s hard to eat too much dark chocolate, as it’s so rich.0 -
I lost weight and then maintained weight and plenty of dark chocolate (and light chocolate and white chocolate) featured along the way.3
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Nice work OP, I certainly find it easier to portion control with Dark Choc compared to milk choc. Also I find there is a much more interesting selection of flavours in darker chocolate IMO.1
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Whenever I eat dark chocolate it just makes me wish I had eaten milk chocolate, so when I crave chocolate, milk chocolate what I eat. Chocolate of any kind doesn’t help or hinder weight loss. Just eat what you prefer and keep your calories in check.4
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I love to bake with it.. and make chocolate covered strawberries with it.. otherwise.. it's not for me. Too sour.
I've found that quality and age of the bar have a lot to do with flavor.
It should be bitter, but not sour.
Although, If you don't like it plain I understand the disincentive to buy high quality chocolates.
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stanmann571 wrote: »I love to bake with it.. and make chocolate covered strawberries with it.. otherwise.. it's not for me. Too sour.
I've found that quality and age of the bar have a lot to do with flavor.
It should be bitter, but not sour.
Although, If you don't like it plain I understand the disincentive to buy high quality chocolates.
I usually have Lindt and I've tried other brands too. I love bitter and the taste of cocoa itself doesn't bother me. But I find the chocolate bars sour like mouth puckering lemons, not for me.0
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