Many people with a sweet tooth prefer chocolate. They say it is healthy, which is basically true.
However, at the same time, this confectionery product can harm your figure, since the sugar it contains adds extra kilos.
Experts advise replacing chocolate with a healthier and more valuable product.
We are talking about dried fruits. They are also sweet, but also contain vitamins, minerals and fiber.
They also ensure a stable blood sugar level within the normal range – thanks to fiber, which slows down its absorption.
Accordingly, in this situation, the total caloric intake received by the body decreases.
For example, out of 250 grams of calories in a hundred grams of prunes, only two hundred grams are absorbed thanks to fiber.
Another advantage of dried fruits is that they can be stored for a long time without losing their beneficial properties.
In addition, they are ideal as a snack, as they are available at any time and in any place.
Dried fruits also have a variety of flavors and the ability to combine well with other products.
They can also very quickly quench your thirst for something sweet.
However, there is also a downside: dried fruits contain sugar and calories.
Therefore, nutritionists recommend consuming them in moderation (a handful a day), combining them with unsweetened yogurt or nuts.
