Chocolats de Pâques : tableau des calories

Les chocolats de Pâques revêtent de nombreuses formes et ont différentes saveurs. Comme le montre leur tableau nutritionnel, les chocolats de Pâques ont tendance à être riches en calories, sucres et glucides tout en ayant une faible valeur nutritionnelle. Consommez donc les chocolats de Pâques avec modération. Reportez-vous à l'étiquette nutritionnelle ou au tableau des calories ci-dessous pour déterminer les calories qu'ils contiennent ainsi que leur valeur nutritionnelle. Notez que ce n'est pas parce que les chocolats de Pâques ont une valeur nutritionnelle faible que vous ne pouvez pas en profiter, mais faites-le avec parcimonie.

There are few nutritional benefits to eating Easter candy, so it is a food best enjoyed in moderation.

Empty Calories

Easter candy is typically high in calories but low in important nutrients such as protein, vitamins and minerals. Because Easter candy so low in these nutrients but high in calories means that it has low nutritional value and can be said to provide “empty calories”. Most of the calories in Easter candy are likely to come from sugar and carbohydrate – chocolate-based Easter candy may also contain some saturated fats.

Sugar Content

As you have already ready, Easter candy derives most of its calories from carbs in the form of sugar. Eating too much sugar on a regular basis can have a negative impact on your health in several ways. Overconsumption of sugar has been linked to increased risk for heart disease, diabetes, and even certain types of cancer. Refer to the calorie calculator for your favorite Easter candy to determine the sugar content and enjoy it in moderation.

Easter candy is generally not considered a healthy food – in fact, it has the potential to negatively impact your health in certain ways. Certain types of Easter candy, however, may provide limited health benefits such as dark chocolate.

Dangers of Artificial Sweeteners

Many types of Easter candy make use of artificial sweeteners – especially those kinds that are marketed as “sugar-free”. While artificial sweeteners may reduce the calorie count of your favorite Easter candy, they can be harmful for your body. Artificial sweeteners have been linked to a number of health problems including hormone imbalance, heart palpitations, neurological disorders and increased risk for diabetes.

Benefits of Dark Chocolate

If any type of Easter candy can be called “healthy” it would be the dark chocolate Easter bunny. Not only is dark chocolate lower in calories than milk chocolate, but it also contains valuable antioxidants and a small amount of dietary fiber. Dark chocolate contains small amounts of various vitamins and minerals including iron, magnesium, potassium, copper, and selenium. Additionally, eating a small portion of dark chocolate several times a week may help to lower blood pressure, raise good cholesterol levels, and improve cognitive function.