Chocolate For Runners and Others
Runner’s World had some good tips for how to indulge in chocolate without overdoing it. This of course applies not only to runners, but to anyone who is concerned about calories and fat intake.
Here’s an excerpt:
“Percentage of cocoa: The amount of cocoa can vary from 10 percent to as high as 94. Generally, the more cocoa, the more flavanols, although processing methods can lower flavanol levels. Aim for a bar with a minimum of 35 percent cocoa.
Calories: Most chocolates contain 220 to 280 calories per 42 grams, or about 1.5 ounces, so eat sparingly.
Ingredients list: Quality chocolate is made with cocoa butter and milk fat. If vegetable oil or hydrogenated oil is included, skip it.
Fat content: Look for zero trans fat. Total fat can be as high as 20 grams per serving because the more cocoa in a bar, the more fat it will contain.”
The Healthiest Chocolate For Runners from Runner’s World.com.
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