The 6 Worst Desserts for Your Health
Fudge
Chocolate lovers nationwide know that holiday season means fudge season. Whether it’s chocolate, nut-filled or even swirled with peanut butter, fudge is a holiday favorite. But clocking in at around 130 calories and 5 grams of fat per ounce, this rich treat is far from a healthy choice. Although that may not sound like an unreasonable amount of calories or fat, it’s important to remember that an ounce is a very small serving. Fudge also boasts very little in terms of health. So if you’re unable to stick to a small serving, it may be wise to skip the fudge altogether and opt for chocolate frozen yogurt instead. Frozen yogurt can have the sweetness you’re looking for, without all the added fat and calories. But remember to skip the unhealthy toppings!
Review Date:
December 1, 2015Citation:
The Self NutritionData, Nutrition Facts Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, The Nutrition Source, Carbohydrates, 2015 The Self NutritionData, Nutrition Facts World Health Organization, WHO calls on countries to reduce sugars intake among adults and children, 2015 Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Choose Sensibly The Self NutritionData, Nutrition Facts The Self NutritionData, Nutrition Facts Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, The Nutrition Source, Carbohydrates, 2015 Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion,Eating too much added sugar increases the risk of dying with heart disease The Self NutritionData, Nutrition Facts The Self NutritionData, Nutrition Facts SparkPeople, Calories in Pumpkin Roll American Heart Association, Inc., Saturated Fats Cleveland Clinic, 8 Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating (Infographic) All photos appear courtesy of Dreamstime Last Updated:
December 1, 2015
